Mead Messenger
Village of Mead
Volume 6, Issue 1
JANUARY 2010
VILLAGE OF MEAD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
A regular meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees was held Dec. 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell, Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver & Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline & Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Bill Thorson, Chuck Policky & Tim Laughlin.
Reorganization of the board took place. Howell was re-elected Chairperson.
The board entered executive session at 5:33 p.m. to discuss a personnel issue. The board returned to regular session at 5:59 p.m.
The following appointments were approved: Police Chief-Jerry Carlson, Clerk/Treasurer-June Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt.-Keith Walling, Librarian-Vera Kuhr, Attorney-Curt Bromm, Engineer/Street Supt.-JEO, Insurance Carrier-Inspro, Accountant-Ed Schroeder, Official Depository-Bank of Mead, Official Newspaper-Wahoo Newspaper. Appointments to boards were: Common Facility Board-Feldhaus & Halbmaier; Municipal Board of Health-Howell, Police Chief Carlson & Mary Miller; Board of Adjustment-Howell, Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver & Steve Mayfield.
GUESTS:
Bill Thorson presented an amended bid for replacement of windows & doors at the Community Bldg. The bid of $1300.00 was accepted. Bid was $200.00 less than original submission.
Chuck Policky requested snow removal of Oak St. past his business.
Tim Laughlin introduced himself as a surveyor with Kirkham-Michael.
Minutes from the Planning Commission Nov. 23 Regular Meeting & Nov. 7 Library Meeting were accepted.
POLICE REPORT: Carlson presented the monthly activity report.
CLERK REPORT: Moline reported delinquent utility accounts, furnace repairs at the Community Bldg. & requested repair of water meters.
The following action was approved: Granted permission for Walling to take comp time hours during Dec. & Jan., wrote off utility accounts of #2775, #0950 & #1655; introduced, waived three readings & approved Ord. 593, Floodplain Map. A wage increase of $.50 per hour & $500.00 savings bond was approved for Librarian Kuhr.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m.
The Village Office will be closed December 24, 25, 31 and January 1.
Please mail in your water/sewer payment, deliver to the drop box (located outdoors by the front door of the office) or leave at the Bank of Mead.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Special points of interest:
Library News
Fire Dept. hosts Santa Claus
Mead Food Pantry
Church Services
Alma’s 140th Birthday Party!
Mead Community Group
FREE PANERA BREAD
Available to the public at Alma Lutheran Church (basement) on January 9 from 9 - 10 am.
There is always plenty of bread. Please feel free to come and help yourself!
MEAD HOSTS HOLIDAY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
DECEMBER 29 & 30
The Mead Varsity Boys Basketball Holiday Tournament will be held at the Mead Jr - Sr High gym on Tuesday, December 29 & Wednesday, December 30. The Varsity Girls Basketball Team will play regular scheduled games prior to the tournament each day. Come and support MEAD ATHLETICS!
Mead Library News - December 2009
By Vera Kuhr, Librarian
Mead Public Library - December 2009 by Vera Kuhr, Librarian
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Library Staff and Board of Trustees!
SANTA!!!!!! We were blessed to have Santa stop and visit on the 17th. The crowd was small but enjoyable. We even had two dogs show up.
Overdues: Please check if you have overdue books. We would like to have all materials due returned by the 1st of the year as we will start NOT keeping track of each individual number on the materials.
The library will be closed Christmas Eve, the 26th and New Years Eve. We will be open on January 2.
Adult Materials: “Things Left Unspoken” by Eva Marie Everson; “The Frontiersman’s Daughter” by Laura Frantz; “June Bug” by Chris Fabry; “The Sheep of His Hand” by Suzanne Tietjen; “The Christmas Sweater” by Glenn Beck; “Going Rogue” by Sarah Palin; “Get the Most from Your Digital Camera” by Simon Joinson; “The Farmer’s Wife Sampler Quilt” by Laurie Aaron Hird (letters from 1920’s farm wives and 111 quilt blocks they inspired); “The Other Side of Night” by Daniel Allen Butler (about the Titanic disaster); “Pirate Latitudes” by Michael Crichton; “Peaceable Kingdom Lost” by Kevin Kenny (recount of the first settlers); “The Perfect Couple” by Brenda Novak; “The Traveling Pomegranates” by Sue Monk Kidd; “Whispered Lies” by Sherrilyn Kenyou; the new title by Dan Brown (checked out); the new title by Danielle Steel - ”Southern Lights” (checked out); and many more of tried and true authors with more on order.
Juvenile: “Puffing” by Margaret Wild; “Dear Polar Bear” by Barry Ablett; “Yap and Hap Go to Wee Care Catering School” by Pat Nekola; and “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson.
New DVD’s: Star Trek; Field of Dreams; The International; and Appaloosa.
THANKS! A special thank you to members of the Mead Fire Department for sponsoring Santa’s visit to the students of Mead Public School and children at the Mead Public Library.
Life isn’t tied with a bow, but it’s still a gift.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Jan. 12. 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm: Monday, Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Jan. 9, 9:00 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Jan. 11, 7:30 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
MEAD FOOD PANTRY
If you are in need of food products, please be aware that help is available through the Mead Food Pantry. The Food Pantry is located at Alma Lutheran Church. Please contact Pastor Alena at 624-3015 or Jill Dahl at 624-5010 to make arrangements for pick up. All transactions are kept private.
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
CHURCH SERVICES
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
7:30 am Prayer in Sanctuary
9:00 am-11:00 am Worship, Coffee & Visiting, Life Groups & Kids Alive
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
8:30 am Spoken Worship
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Traditional Worship
Alma Lutheran Christmas Schedule
Dec. 24 - 9:00 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Dec. 25 - 9:00 am Christmas Day Service with Communion
Mead Covenant Church Weekly Schedule
Monday
6:00 pm Time of Prayer
Tuesday
6:00 am Pursuing God Through Prayer
7:00 pm Men’s Group
7:00 pm Women’s Group (2nd Tuesday of each month)
Wednesday
7:00 pm Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group
Thursday
10:00 am-Noon Primetimer’s (2nd Thursday of each month)
Alma Lutheran’s 140th Year Celebration
Alma’s celebrating 140 years in the ministry! Join us for our birthday party on January 9th, 1:40 - 5:00 p.m.
The bell will be ringing 140 times to begin the days activities at 1:40 p.m. Come, celebrate!
Mead Community Group
Healthy Family Tip of the Month
Happy New Year! And you know what that means, have you got your New Year’s Resolutions made? How long will you stick with them this year? Or have you thrown up the white flag already and given up completely on making resolutions? There are some specific things you can do to guarantee you and your family will be more successful this year. Follow these tips from the experts at the University of Maryland Medical Center:
Make your goals specific and write them down.
Break your goal down into manageable steps.
Don’t wait for the motivation to change, take action and the inspiration will follow.
Mistakes are opportunities for learning.
Tell someone about your resolutions, they will help keep you accountable.
Add a spiritual dimension to your goals.
Good Luck with your New Year’s Resolutions. The MCG supports you in all your efforts to raise happy, healthy children! Working together we can’t help but succeed!
The Mead Community Group is in need of greater community involvement. If you feel strongly that our mission is important please find a way to show your support, either by attending our monthly meetings or by e-mailing suggestions. Our group is in danger of dissolving if we don’t have some additional help, funding is available but personal involvement is waning. Thank you for your consideration.
Friday, December 18, 2009
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Newsletter December 2009
Village of Mead
Mead Messenger
Volume 5, Issue 12
DECEMBER 2009
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting on Nov. 2, 2009 at 9:30 a.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell and Trustees Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Absent was Trustee Feldhaus. Also present was Clerk Moline.
Approval was granted for Res. 09-15 Special Designated Liquor License to Stardust Bar and Grill for a wedding reception, hosted by Ronald Novak on 11/21; Res. 09-16 Special Designated Liquor License to C & J Country Store for a 40th Wedding Anniversary private party on 11/22, hosted by Brenda Halbmaier; and pay an additional $136.00 for a life insurance annual premium payment for Keith Walling. The Christmas party was discussed.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 a.m.
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A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held Nov. 10, 2009 at the Village Office. The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m. Present were Chairman Howell and Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline and Utility/Maintenance Supt. Walling. Guests present were Ed Schroeder and John Trouba.
Accountant, Ed Schroeder, presented the audit for fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2009.
The board entered a public hearing at 6:36 p.m. SENDD Representative, John Trouba, presented the process to apply for CDBG funds. The hearing adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
Action was taken to approve Res. 09-17, authorizing chief executive office to sign an application for CDBG funds and Res. 09-16, stop signs at the intersection of Sixth & Elm Sts. Ed Ruhe was hired as the dumpmaster at $8.00 per hour. Christmas Party was set for Jan. 9, 2010. Required fencing surrounding swimming pools, building tear down & library cleaning were addressed.
Walling reported on water leak repair, drainage work along N. Elm St. & hydrant replacement. Moline reported a delinquent account & need for dog kennel. The Police Report & Planning Commission & Library Minutes were reviewed.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
SANTA ARRIVES
DECEMBER 17
Santa Claus will be making his annual stop in Mead on Thursday, December 17. He will stop at Mead Elementary School at 9:30 a.m. From there he will come to the Mead Library to greet youngsters from 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
STOP!
Please come to a full stop at all stop signs! Stop signs have been erected for drivers headed east and west at the intersection of Sixth and Elm Streets.
DUMPMASTER . . .
Thank you to Chris Kavan for his dedicated service as Dumpmaster for the past three years.
Ed Ruhe has been hired as his replacement to begin December 5.
Winter dump hours are the first Saturday of the month from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. You are encouraged to deliver your leaves and tree branches to the dump early in the day as dump hours will depend on weather conditions. Thank you for your cooperation.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Dec. 8. 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm: Monday, Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Jan. 9, 9:00 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
MEAD COMMUNITY GROUP
The Mead Community Group wishes you Happy Holidays!
We would like to thank everyone in the village that participated in our recent survey. The lucky winners of the two $100 gift cards are Julie Hansen and Linda Barr! The survey results have given us much to be thankful for and some knowledge of areas where we can seek improvement as a community. The questions primarily centered around the views that adults hold about teen drinking, smoking, and gambling. As a group we are interested in promoting all types of healthy behavior and we certainly do not want to get hung up on pointing the finger at just one or two negative issues, but the fact is Nebraska leads the nation in teen binge drinking and driving under the influence. This is why we are particularly interested in educating in these areas. The problem may or may not be as pronounced in our community, but it would be plain negligence if we assumed it did not exist. If the topics make you uncomfortable perhaps that is an indication that some self inspection would be beneficial.
The good news is that 94% of respondents did not feel it is acceptable to ever provide alcohol to a teen . Interestingly, 46% responded that they thought other adults may think it is okay. There are a number of reasons why teens should not drink alcohol. These include impaired brain development, impulsivity, and an increased risk of alcoholism. A large percentage of respondents (88%) felt that tobacco use by teens in our community was a problem and 85% felt that alcohol use was an issue. On the positive side, only 43% felt that there were issues with other drugs besides marijuana. One disturbing statistic was that 77% felt that marijuana was safer to use than alcohol. 85% of respondents did not believe there was a connection between family history of alcohol use and teen usage. Perhaps that question was asked in a confusing way or this may be an area where we could benefit from some education. 94% felt that parents need to be more active in dealing with substance abuse issues and 67% believed schools should get more involved. 63% did not feel that the community had enough drug prevention services.
The questions related to gambling showed that individuals clearly understand that gambling by teens is not a healthy past time. Statistics show that gambling is considered high risk behavior that often is indicative of other risky behaviors, such as sex; so these results are very encouraging.
You may view the complete survey results at www.saunderscounty.ne.org.
Again, we thank you for taking the time to provide us with important information and feedback. We are always open to your comments and suggestions. Be safe and have a healthy holiday!
Reminder . . .
Do not rake your leaves into the streets. Future problems may occur with plugged drainage systems if done so.
BASKETBALL BEGINS
Good luck to Mead Jr.-Sr. High School basketball teams as they begin their seasons. Varsity and Junior Varsity games begin Friday, December 4 with Johnson County at home. The Junior High boys began their season on Tuesday, November 17 against Omaha Christian Academy . The Junior High girls have their first game with Prague on Thursday, January 7. GOOD LUCK, GO RAIDERS!
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
CHURCH SERVICES
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
8:30 am Spoken Worship
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Traditional Worship
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
7:30 am Prayer in Sanctuary
9:00 am-11:00 am Worship, Coffee & Visiting, Life Groups & Kids Alive
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
Mead Covenant Church Weekly Schedule
Monday
6:00 pm Time of Prayer
Tuesday
6:00 am Pursuing God Through Prayer
7:00 pm Men’s Group
7:00 pm Women’s Group (2nd Tuesday of each month)
Wednesday
7:00 pm Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group
Thursday
10:00 am-Noon Primetimer’s (2nd Thursday of each month)
Alma Lutheran Christmas Schedule
Dec. 24 - 9:00 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Dec. 25 - 9:00 am Christmas Day Service with Communion
Remember, the greatest gift is not found in a store or under a tree, but in the hearts of true friends. - Cindy Lew
MERRY CHRISTMAS from the Village of Mead Board of Trustees and Employees!
SNOW REMOVAL GUIDELINES
As winter weather approaches, Village Ord. 5-311 requires that following a snowfall of 2” or more, it shall be unlawful to park or stand any vehicle on any street within the congested district (Vine St. from 3rd St. to 5th St. and 4th St. from the alley adjacent to Blocks 24 and 33 to Vine St. and from alley adjacent to Blocks 25 and 32 to Vine St.), between the hours of 11:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M. of the following day. All vehicles must be removed promptly from the designated “Snow Emergency Route” that is marked by signs.
On all other streets, parking shall be restricted to the north and west sides of the streets on even numbered days of the month and the south and east sides of the streets on odd numbered days of the month until the streets have been cleaned.
Ordinance 494 stipulates that no motor vehicle shall be parked continuously upon any street in the Village for more than 48 hours.
Village ordinance also designates that all sidewalks shall be cleaned within 24 hours after the cessation of snow.
Please help out by following these guidelines during the winter months.
Mead Library News—November 2009
By Vera Kuhr, Librarian
Happy Thanksgiving and a note to remember: All calories are removed from pumpkin pie and whipped topping on this day!
A note for all preschool children: Santa Claus is coming on Thursday, December 17th at 10:30. We are working on getting a celebrity to read a story to await the “great one”. Bring your cameras!!!!!
As you are all aware, the libraries in Saunders County have one library card that is used for all libraries. We are going through our data bases and find duplicate numbers for some users. Please check your cards and, if you have more than one, choose the library that you use the most and keep this number. Inform the library of your choice so that the other numbers may be deleted. If you have moved from a library area, please inform either library of your move so that records may be updated. If you reside outside of a taxing entity (rural residents), you should have a card from the library that you frequent the most, as the card charge will go to that library. Also, please check your cards to determine if the expiration date has been updated. Sometimes we do it on the computer, but the individual cards are not marked.
OVERDUES AND BOOKS NOT RETURNED: The end of the year is coming and we would like to get all fines paid and materials returned by January 1st, 2010. If you have trouble paying for fines, please contact the library to make arrangements for payment. We are interested in serving our patrons and also getting materials back on the shelf for other users. If you have materials that are overdue, you have kept the other patrons from being able to enjoy them. Fines are calculated automatically on the computer and will remain until they are paid or waived. This record also appears at the other five libraries. If you think you have materials overdue or getting close, a call to the library will renew these to keep fines from accumulating.
Our data base has over 10,000 items cataloged and more that are not used for checkout. We have westerns, non-fictions, biographies, Christian fiction, juvenile fiction and non-fiction, videos, DVD’s, magazines, Nebraska history, Native American history and fiction, reference, poetry, humor, literature, books on tape and CD, laminator, Accu Cut machine, two computers for public use, fax machine (when it works) and other informational items for public use.
Do you have something that you wish the library was involved in or had for your personal use? Let us know!
New Materials: Juvenile: “The Alison Rules”, “Banana Splitsville” and “Rocky Road Trip” by Catherine Clark; “My Secret Boyfriend”, “A Horse for Mandy” and “Last Dance” by Lurlene McDaniel; “Freedom” by Angela Dorsey (about a horse); and “Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas” by Jane O’Connor. We have many books featuring horses at the juvenile level.
Adult: “Breaking the Rules” by Barbara Taylor Bradford; “Running Hot” by Jayne Ann Krentz; “Dust” by Martha Grimes; “Southern Lights” by Danielle Steel and “The Time of My Life”, a biography by Patrick Swayze and Lisa Niemi. We also have many craft books that are great for the Christmas Season.
MEAD PUBLIC LIBRARY HOURS
TUESDAY: 9:00 am - 11:00 am & 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
WEDNESDAY: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
THURSDAY: 9:00 am - 11:00 am & 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SATURDAY: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Mead Messenger
Volume 5, Issue 12
DECEMBER 2009
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting on Nov. 2, 2009 at 9:30 a.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell and Trustees Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Absent was Trustee Feldhaus. Also present was Clerk Moline.
Approval was granted for Res. 09-15 Special Designated Liquor License to Stardust Bar and Grill for a wedding reception, hosted by Ronald Novak on 11/21; Res. 09-16 Special Designated Liquor License to C & J Country Store for a 40th Wedding Anniversary private party on 11/22, hosted by Brenda Halbmaier; and pay an additional $136.00 for a life insurance annual premium payment for Keith Walling. The Christmas party was discussed.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 a.m.
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A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held Nov. 10, 2009 at the Village Office. The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m. Present were Chairman Howell and Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline and Utility/Maintenance Supt. Walling. Guests present were Ed Schroeder and John Trouba.
Accountant, Ed Schroeder, presented the audit for fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2009.
The board entered a public hearing at 6:36 p.m. SENDD Representative, John Trouba, presented the process to apply for CDBG funds. The hearing adjourned at 6:53 p.m.
Action was taken to approve Res. 09-17, authorizing chief executive office to sign an application for CDBG funds and Res. 09-16, stop signs at the intersection of Sixth & Elm Sts. Ed Ruhe was hired as the dumpmaster at $8.00 per hour. Christmas Party was set for Jan. 9, 2010. Required fencing surrounding swimming pools, building tear down & library cleaning were addressed.
Walling reported on water leak repair, drainage work along N. Elm St. & hydrant replacement. Moline reported a delinquent account & need for dog kennel. The Police Report & Planning Commission & Library Minutes were reviewed.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
SANTA ARRIVES
DECEMBER 17
Santa Claus will be making his annual stop in Mead on Thursday, December 17. He will stop at Mead Elementary School at 9:30 a.m. From there he will come to the Mead Library to greet youngsters from 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
STOP!
Please come to a full stop at all stop signs! Stop signs have been erected for drivers headed east and west at the intersection of Sixth and Elm Streets.
DUMPMASTER . . .
Thank you to Chris Kavan for his dedicated service as Dumpmaster for the past three years.
Ed Ruhe has been hired as his replacement to begin December 5.
Winter dump hours are the first Saturday of the month from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. You are encouraged to deliver your leaves and tree branches to the dump early in the day as dump hours will depend on weather conditions. Thank you for your cooperation.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Dec. 8. 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm: Monday, Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Jan. 9, 9:00 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
MEAD COMMUNITY GROUP
The Mead Community Group wishes you Happy Holidays!
We would like to thank everyone in the village that participated in our recent survey. The lucky winners of the two $100 gift cards are Julie Hansen and Linda Barr! The survey results have given us much to be thankful for and some knowledge of areas where we can seek improvement as a community. The questions primarily centered around the views that adults hold about teen drinking, smoking, and gambling. As a group we are interested in promoting all types of healthy behavior and we certainly do not want to get hung up on pointing the finger at just one or two negative issues, but the fact is Nebraska leads the nation in teen binge drinking and driving under the influence. This is why we are particularly interested in educating in these areas. The problem may or may not be as pronounced in our community, but it would be plain negligence if we assumed it did not exist. If the topics make you uncomfortable perhaps that is an indication that some self inspection would be beneficial.
The good news is that 94% of respondents did not feel it is acceptable to ever provide alcohol to a teen . Interestingly, 46% responded that they thought other adults may think it is okay. There are a number of reasons why teens should not drink alcohol. These include impaired brain development, impulsivity, and an increased risk of alcoholism. A large percentage of respondents (88%) felt that tobacco use by teens in our community was a problem and 85% felt that alcohol use was an issue. On the positive side, only 43% felt that there were issues with other drugs besides marijuana. One disturbing statistic was that 77% felt that marijuana was safer to use than alcohol. 85% of respondents did not believe there was a connection between family history of alcohol use and teen usage. Perhaps that question was asked in a confusing way or this may be an area where we could benefit from some education. 94% felt that parents need to be more active in dealing with substance abuse issues and 67% believed schools should get more involved. 63% did not feel that the community had enough drug prevention services.
The questions related to gambling showed that individuals clearly understand that gambling by teens is not a healthy past time. Statistics show that gambling is considered high risk behavior that often is indicative of other risky behaviors, such as sex; so these results are very encouraging.
You may view the complete survey results at www.saunderscounty.ne.org.
Again, we thank you for taking the time to provide us with important information and feedback. We are always open to your comments and suggestions. Be safe and have a healthy holiday!
Reminder . . .
Do not rake your leaves into the streets. Future problems may occur with plugged drainage systems if done so.
BASKETBALL BEGINS
Good luck to Mead Jr.-Sr. High School basketball teams as they begin their seasons. Varsity and Junior Varsity games begin Friday, December 4 with Johnson County at home. The Junior High boys began their season on Tuesday, November 17 against Omaha Christian Academy . The Junior High girls have their first game with Prague on Thursday, January 7. GOOD LUCK, GO RAIDERS!
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
CHURCH SERVICES
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
8:30 am Spoken Worship
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Traditional Worship
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
7:30 am Prayer in Sanctuary
9:00 am-11:00 am Worship, Coffee & Visiting, Life Groups & Kids Alive
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
Mead Covenant Church Weekly Schedule
Monday
6:00 pm Time of Prayer
Tuesday
6:00 am Pursuing God Through Prayer
7:00 pm Men’s Group
7:00 pm Women’s Group (2nd Tuesday of each month)
Wednesday
7:00 pm Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group
Thursday
10:00 am-Noon Primetimer’s (2nd Thursday of each month)
Alma Lutheran Christmas Schedule
Dec. 24 - 9:00 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Dec. 25 - 9:00 am Christmas Day Service with Communion
Remember, the greatest gift is not found in a store or under a tree, but in the hearts of true friends. - Cindy Lew
MERRY CHRISTMAS from the Village of Mead Board of Trustees and Employees!
SNOW REMOVAL GUIDELINES
As winter weather approaches, Village Ord. 5-311 requires that following a snowfall of 2” or more, it shall be unlawful to park or stand any vehicle on any street within the congested district (Vine St. from 3rd St. to 5th St. and 4th St. from the alley adjacent to Blocks 24 and 33 to Vine St. and from alley adjacent to Blocks 25 and 32 to Vine St.), between the hours of 11:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M. of the following day. All vehicles must be removed promptly from the designated “Snow Emergency Route” that is marked by signs.
On all other streets, parking shall be restricted to the north and west sides of the streets on even numbered days of the month and the south and east sides of the streets on odd numbered days of the month until the streets have been cleaned.
Ordinance 494 stipulates that no motor vehicle shall be parked continuously upon any street in the Village for more than 48 hours.
Village ordinance also designates that all sidewalks shall be cleaned within 24 hours after the cessation of snow.
Please help out by following these guidelines during the winter months.
Mead Library News—November 2009
By Vera Kuhr, Librarian
Happy Thanksgiving and a note to remember: All calories are removed from pumpkin pie and whipped topping on this day!
A note for all preschool children: Santa Claus is coming on Thursday, December 17th at 10:30. We are working on getting a celebrity to read a story to await the “great one”. Bring your cameras!!!!!
As you are all aware, the libraries in Saunders County have one library card that is used for all libraries. We are going through our data bases and find duplicate numbers for some users. Please check your cards and, if you have more than one, choose the library that you use the most and keep this number. Inform the library of your choice so that the other numbers may be deleted. If you have moved from a library area, please inform either library of your move so that records may be updated. If you reside outside of a taxing entity (rural residents), you should have a card from the library that you frequent the most, as the card charge will go to that library. Also, please check your cards to determine if the expiration date has been updated. Sometimes we do it on the computer, but the individual cards are not marked.
OVERDUES AND BOOKS NOT RETURNED: The end of the year is coming and we would like to get all fines paid and materials returned by January 1st, 2010. If you have trouble paying for fines, please contact the library to make arrangements for payment. We are interested in serving our patrons and also getting materials back on the shelf for other users. If you have materials that are overdue, you have kept the other patrons from being able to enjoy them. Fines are calculated automatically on the computer and will remain until they are paid or waived. This record also appears at the other five libraries. If you think you have materials overdue or getting close, a call to the library will renew these to keep fines from accumulating.
Our data base has over 10,000 items cataloged and more that are not used for checkout. We have westerns, non-fictions, biographies, Christian fiction, juvenile fiction and non-fiction, videos, DVD’s, magazines, Nebraska history, Native American history and fiction, reference, poetry, humor, literature, books on tape and CD, laminator, Accu Cut machine, two computers for public use, fax machine (when it works) and other informational items for public use.
Do you have something that you wish the library was involved in or had for your personal use? Let us know!
New Materials: Juvenile: “The Alison Rules”, “Banana Splitsville” and “Rocky Road Trip” by Catherine Clark; “My Secret Boyfriend”, “A Horse for Mandy” and “Last Dance” by Lurlene McDaniel; “Freedom” by Angela Dorsey (about a horse); and “Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas” by Jane O’Connor. We have many books featuring horses at the juvenile level.
Adult: “Breaking the Rules” by Barbara Taylor Bradford; “Running Hot” by Jayne Ann Krentz; “Dust” by Martha Grimes; “Southern Lights” by Danielle Steel and “The Time of My Life”, a biography by Patrick Swayze and Lisa Niemi. We also have many craft books that are great for the Christmas Season.
MEAD PUBLIC LIBRARY HOURS
TUESDAY: 9:00 am - 11:00 am & 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
WEDNESDAY: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
THURSDAY: 9:00 am - 11:00 am & 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SATURDAY: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Newsletter November 2009
Mead Messenger
MEAD MESSENGER
November 2009 Volume 5, Issue 11
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
A regular meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees was held October 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier and Swanson. Absent was Raver. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling and Police Chief Carlson. Guest present was John Trouba.
The board exited to a public hearing at 6:07 p.m. and returned to regular session at 6:09 p.m.
SENDD Representative, John Trouba, reported the Community Survey results. He indicated that the village has qualified to seek Community Wide CDBG Grant Funding. Areas of concern and comments were reviewed.
The board accepted the bid from Big Red Home Improvement to install replacement windows and doors at the Community Bldg. for $1,500.00. No action was taken to hear third reading of Ord. 587, Water and Sewer Deposit for Renters. Discussion items were Dept. of Roads Designated Person, USDA Grants, Community Bldg. Grant, Home Depot Grant, resident request to have cable lines removed and dog concerns.
REPORTS:
Utility/Maintenance Supt. - Walling reported work to improve drainange along N. Elm St., application of street materials on First St., sludge removal process & stop sign request at 6th & Elm St. Pricing shall be sought for a metal detector.
Police - Carlson presented the monthly activity report. Discussion was held on resident complaint on barking dogs.
Clerk - Moline presented a delinquent water/sewer account, requested meter maintenance, receipt of Occupancy Permit for Mapeworth’s, meeting attendance, vacation request and audit.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
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A public hearing of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees was held October 13 at 6:07 p.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier and Swanson. Absent was Raver. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling and Police Chief Carlson.
Purpose of the hearing was to address a request from the Planning Commission to amend the Zoning Regulations.
Ord. 592 was adopted, following introduction and waiving of three readings, to amend Article 4, Section 11-410 Fences.
The hearing was adjourned at 6:09 p.m.
Sunday, November 1
Daylight Savings Time Ends - Turn Your Clock
Back One Hour
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
DUMP HOURS & PROCEDURE CHANGE NOVEMBER 1
Mead residents will be allowed to dump on the first Saturday of the month only. Between the hours of 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., please contact Chris Kavan at 624-2494 and he will come and unlock the dump gate to allow for dumping. The only items allowed are weeds, grass clippings, leaves and tree branches. All items must be unbagged. The fee is $2.00 per load.
Snow Emergency Route
Snow Emergency Route within the Village of Mead is defined as Elm Street from Highway 92 to Eighth Street, Vine Street from First Street to Eighth Street, First Street from Elm Street to County Road 10, Fourth Street from Elm Street to County Road 10, and Eighth Street from Oak Street to County Road 10.
Signs are posted on the streets indicating they are designated as the Snow Emergency Route. Parking on these streets is not permitted during snow accumulation. No parking on side streets is also encouraged to aid in snow removal in a timely fashion.
BUILDING GUIDELINES
The Planning Commission does not meet during the month of December. Therefore please plan accordingly. The Commission meets the Fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Office. Applications for Building Permits are required for construction of buildings, decks, fences and signs, exterior remodeling if changed in any way, removal or destruction of buildings. These guidelines also pertain to residents within the one mile zoning jurisdiction of the Village. Please contact the Village Office for a Building Permit application form.
Water / sewer payments are due the 15th of each month. A $10.00 late fee will be charged to the account if not paid by 9:00 AM to the village office the following day. Payments may be made at the village office, mail to Box 46, Mead, NE 68041, drop off at the Bank of Mead or deposit in the drop box located on the outside by the village office door.
If you have an account at the Bank of Mead and wish to have automatic payment withdrawal from your account on the 15th, please contact the Village Clerk to complete the proper paperwork.
SNOW REMOVAL GUIDELINES
As winter weather approaches, Village Ord. 5-311 requires that following a snowfall of 2” or more, it shall be unlawful to park or stand any vehicle on any street within the congested district (Vine St. from 3rd St. to 5th St. and 4th St. from the alley adjacent to Blocks 24 and 33 to Vine St. and from alley adjacent to Blocks 25 and 32 to Vine St.), between the hours of 11:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M. of the following day. All vehicles must be removed promptly from the designated “Snow Emergency Route” that is marked by signs.
On all other streets, parking shall be restricted to the north and west sides of the streets on even numbered days of the month and the south and east sides of the streets on odd numbered days of the month until the streets have been cleaned.
Village ordinance also designates that all sidewalks shall be cleaned within 24 hours after the cessation of snow.
CHURCH SERVICES
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
8:30 am Spoken Worship
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Traditional Worship
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
7:30 am Prayer in Sanctuary
9:00 am-11:00 am Worship, Coffee & Visiting, Life Groups & Kids Alive
Mead Covenant Church Weekly Schedule
Monday
6:00 pm Time of Prayer
Tuesday
6:00 am Pursuing God Through Prayer
7:00 pm Men’s Group
7:00 pm Women’s Group (2nd Tuesday of each month)
Wednesday
7:00 pm Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group
Thursday
10:00 am - Noon Primetimer’s (2nd Thursday of each month)
The Village Office Will be Closed Thursday, November 26
And Friday, November 27
REMINDER TO DOG AND CAT OWNERS . . .
Village Code 6-107 states that dogs are not allowed to run at large within the village. All dogs are to be on leash if off a homeowner’s personal property. All dogs and cats are to be licensed annually on May 1 per Code 6-102 and Code 6-126. Licenses may be purchased at the Village Office. Loud, continued, frequent barking of dogs is not allowed per Code 6-112 or the written complaint will be passed to the Police Chief to investigate. Code 6-118 requires all dog and cat owners to remove excreta from public property, public walks and recreation areas. Please pick up after your pet!
The Village of Mead is currently taking applications for
DUMP MASTER
The Dump Master will man the dump on a part-time basis.
Dump hours:
April 1 through October 31
Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
November 1 through March 31
First Saturday of the month ONLY, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Contact the Village Office for an application.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm: Monday, Nov. 23, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Nov. 7, 9:00 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
Mead Library News 2009 October by Vera Kuhr, Librarian
Thank you to all that came to “shot” day at the library. We are always ready to show off the library.
We have weeded materials from the adult and juvenile non-fiction shelves. These books will be placed in the front hall. These materials may be taken by the public and we ask for a donation to the library to partially cover the cost of these materials. Please stop soon as we must “weed” these books often.
If you want to use the two computers in the library, Tues, Wed and Thurs morning are the best times. Come in and “play” and get a feel for a computer. You will be surprised at what you will be able to do and the information on the Internet is endless.
We have started a Blog page. If you would like to access this page, please stop in at the library. We are in the process of getting a link for this on the village’s web page. Also, we are looking into having the other five libraries web page or Blog listed on a web page. This is new territory for me and it is taking some time to get this set up that is user friendly. Our Blog would have current info on and would be a useful tool in finding out what the library has to offer.
The six libraries are scheduling monthly meetings to better share information about our library software and how it should be used to benefit all libraries. We want to make our collection lists look about the same for easier access by patrons.
New materials: Adult: “The Last Song” and “The Lucky One” by Nicholas Sparks; “Sarah’s Key” by Tatiana de Rosney (a young girl’s trials in World War II; many new Christian titles; new James Patterson, Jonathan Kellerman, John Sandford, John Hart (a boy searches for his sister) and 3 new westerns
Juvenile and Young Adult: Wimpy Kid titles by Jeff Kinney; “The Rule of Survival” and “The Killer’s Cousin” by Nancy Werlin (she also wrote “Double Helix”)
DVD’s: 2 Scooby Doo ; Rendition; Walk the Line; Romancing the Stone and MORE
Biographies: Clint Eastwood and Ted Kennedy
Political – Glenn Beck
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
Everywhere we turn people are talking about influenza. (H1N1, swine, bird, whatever???) What is it, and how do you keep your family from getting it?
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the flu or influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness and the safest way to prevent it is to be vaccinated. Contact your family doctor or county health department to find out how you can get the vaccines for your family.
In addition to getting vaccinated, practicing these good health habits will be beneficial:
*Avoid close contact with individuals who are sick and if you are ill stay home.
*Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing and wash your hands often.
*Avoid touching your mouth, nose and face.
Following these tips along with general health habits like getting plenty of rest, good nutrition, regular physical activity, sufficient fluids, and positive stress management will help you and your family remain healthy in these influenza infested conditions. Stay well!
Village of Mead Community Survey - Summer 2009 Results
Results of the Community Survey recently completed by Mead residents were provided to the Board of Trustees by SENDD Representative, John Trouba. Mr. Trouba indicated that Mead has qualified for Community Wide CDBG grant funding. Many possible projects fall under these grants which include improvements or replacements to water, wastewater, streets, Community Building, etc. A Scope of Survey is currently being compiled by engineers from JEO Consulting Group. Survey results to apply for grants have a four year time span.
Survey results are provided on the following page. Comments are on file with the Clerk at the village office.
Please rate the following aspects of Mead. Good Fair Poor
1. The general appearance of the downtown. 26% 55% 20%
2. The appearance of the community in general. 38% 52% 10%
3. Conditions of the streets. 27% 49% 24%
4. Adequacy of recreational facilities and programs for:
School age children 43% 39% 19%
Teenagers 16% 36% 47%
Adults 10% 33% 57%
Senior citizens 8% 28% 64%
5. Appearance of homes in the community. 30% 64% 6%
6. Condition of lots being mowed and rubbish free. 30% 57% 14%
7. Adequacy of law enforcement coverage. 37% 40% 23%
8. Adequacy of fire and rescue services. 87% 12% 1%
9. Adequacy of sewer services. 42% 48% 10%
10.Quality of water. 7% 28% 65%
11.Sufficient community meeting facilities. 46% 49% 5%
12.Adequacy of water pressure. 28% 50% 22%
13.Street drainage & culverts. 22% 44% 33%
14.Adequacy of the recycling program. 42% 48% 10%
What services do you feel are needed in Mead. Greatly Somewhat Do Not
15.Street improvements. 32% 58% 10%
16.Recreation facilites upgrades. 32% 46% 22%
17.Water service improvements. 62% 32% 6%
18. Programs to encourage business and industry. 76% 19% 5%
19.Retail and business facilities. 77% 19% 3%
20.Do you own or rent your place of residence? 83% own 17% rent
21.Average Family Size 2.60 persons
22.Number of persons in your household in each age group. Less than 18 145
18-24 50
TOTAL 526 persons 25-34 58
35-44 77
45-61 113
62-74 59
75 or older 24
23.Total gross income within the last 12 months. Above Below
1 person family household $36,600 34% 66%
2 persons family household $41,850 49% 51%
3 persons family household $47,050 22% 78%
4 persons family household $52,300 50% 50%
5 & above collapsed into 4 persons-confidentiality purpose
MEAD MESSENGER
November 2009 Volume 5, Issue 11
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
A regular meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees was held October 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier and Swanson. Absent was Raver. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling and Police Chief Carlson. Guest present was John Trouba.
The board exited to a public hearing at 6:07 p.m. and returned to regular session at 6:09 p.m.
SENDD Representative, John Trouba, reported the Community Survey results. He indicated that the village has qualified to seek Community Wide CDBG Grant Funding. Areas of concern and comments were reviewed.
The board accepted the bid from Big Red Home Improvement to install replacement windows and doors at the Community Bldg. for $1,500.00. No action was taken to hear third reading of Ord. 587, Water and Sewer Deposit for Renters. Discussion items were Dept. of Roads Designated Person, USDA Grants, Community Bldg. Grant, Home Depot Grant, resident request to have cable lines removed and dog concerns.
REPORTS:
Utility/Maintenance Supt. - Walling reported work to improve drainange along N. Elm St., application of street materials on First St., sludge removal process & stop sign request at 6th & Elm St. Pricing shall be sought for a metal detector.
Police - Carlson presented the monthly activity report. Discussion was held on resident complaint on barking dogs.
Clerk - Moline presented a delinquent water/sewer account, requested meter maintenance, receipt of Occupancy Permit for Mapeworth’s, meeting attendance, vacation request and audit.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
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A public hearing of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees was held October 13 at 6:07 p.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier and Swanson. Absent was Raver. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling and Police Chief Carlson.
Purpose of the hearing was to address a request from the Planning Commission to amend the Zoning Regulations.
Ord. 592 was adopted, following introduction and waiving of three readings, to amend Article 4, Section 11-410 Fences.
The hearing was adjourned at 6:09 p.m.
Sunday, November 1
Daylight Savings Time Ends - Turn Your Clock
Back One Hour
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
DUMP HOURS & PROCEDURE CHANGE NOVEMBER 1
Mead residents will be allowed to dump on the first Saturday of the month only. Between the hours of 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., please contact Chris Kavan at 624-2494 and he will come and unlock the dump gate to allow for dumping. The only items allowed are weeds, grass clippings, leaves and tree branches. All items must be unbagged. The fee is $2.00 per load.
Snow Emergency Route
Snow Emergency Route within the Village of Mead is defined as Elm Street from Highway 92 to Eighth Street, Vine Street from First Street to Eighth Street, First Street from Elm Street to County Road 10, Fourth Street from Elm Street to County Road 10, and Eighth Street from Oak Street to County Road 10.
Signs are posted on the streets indicating they are designated as the Snow Emergency Route. Parking on these streets is not permitted during snow accumulation. No parking on side streets is also encouraged to aid in snow removal in a timely fashion.
BUILDING GUIDELINES
The Planning Commission does not meet during the month of December. Therefore please plan accordingly. The Commission meets the Fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Office. Applications for Building Permits are required for construction of buildings, decks, fences and signs, exterior remodeling if changed in any way, removal or destruction of buildings. These guidelines also pertain to residents within the one mile zoning jurisdiction of the Village. Please contact the Village Office for a Building Permit application form.
Water / sewer payments are due the 15th of each month. A $10.00 late fee will be charged to the account if not paid by 9:00 AM to the village office the following day. Payments may be made at the village office, mail to Box 46, Mead, NE 68041, drop off at the Bank of Mead or deposit in the drop box located on the outside by the village office door.
If you have an account at the Bank of Mead and wish to have automatic payment withdrawal from your account on the 15th, please contact the Village Clerk to complete the proper paperwork.
SNOW REMOVAL GUIDELINES
As winter weather approaches, Village Ord. 5-311 requires that following a snowfall of 2” or more, it shall be unlawful to park or stand any vehicle on any street within the congested district (Vine St. from 3rd St. to 5th St. and 4th St. from the alley adjacent to Blocks 24 and 33 to Vine St. and from alley adjacent to Blocks 25 and 32 to Vine St.), between the hours of 11:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M. of the following day. All vehicles must be removed promptly from the designated “Snow Emergency Route” that is marked by signs.
On all other streets, parking shall be restricted to the north and west sides of the streets on even numbered days of the month and the south and east sides of the streets on odd numbered days of the month until the streets have been cleaned.
Village ordinance also designates that all sidewalks shall be cleaned within 24 hours after the cessation of snow.
CHURCH SERVICES
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
8:30 am Spoken Worship
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Traditional Worship
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
7:30 am Prayer in Sanctuary
9:00 am-11:00 am Worship, Coffee & Visiting, Life Groups & Kids Alive
Mead Covenant Church Weekly Schedule
Monday
6:00 pm Time of Prayer
Tuesday
6:00 am Pursuing God Through Prayer
7:00 pm Men’s Group
7:00 pm Women’s Group (2nd Tuesday of each month)
Wednesday
7:00 pm Jr. & Sr. High Youth Group
Thursday
10:00 am - Noon Primetimer’s (2nd Thursday of each month)
The Village Office Will be Closed Thursday, November 26
And Friday, November 27
REMINDER TO DOG AND CAT OWNERS . . .
Village Code 6-107 states that dogs are not allowed to run at large within the village. All dogs are to be on leash if off a homeowner’s personal property. All dogs and cats are to be licensed annually on May 1 per Code 6-102 and Code 6-126. Licenses may be purchased at the Village Office. Loud, continued, frequent barking of dogs is not allowed per Code 6-112 or the written complaint will be passed to the Police Chief to investigate. Code 6-118 requires all dog and cat owners to remove excreta from public property, public walks and recreation areas. Please pick up after your pet!
The Village of Mead is currently taking applications for
DUMP MASTER
The Dump Master will man the dump on a part-time basis.
Dump hours:
April 1 through October 31
Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
November 1 through March 31
First Saturday of the month ONLY, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Contact the Village Office for an application.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm: Monday, Nov. 23, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Nov. 7, 9:00 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
Mead Library News 2009 October by Vera Kuhr, Librarian
Thank you to all that came to “shot” day at the library. We are always ready to show off the library.
We have weeded materials from the adult and juvenile non-fiction shelves. These books will be placed in the front hall. These materials may be taken by the public and we ask for a donation to the library to partially cover the cost of these materials. Please stop soon as we must “weed” these books often.
If you want to use the two computers in the library, Tues, Wed and Thurs morning are the best times. Come in and “play” and get a feel for a computer. You will be surprised at what you will be able to do and the information on the Internet is endless.
We have started a Blog page. If you would like to access this page, please stop in at the library. We are in the process of getting a link for this on the village’s web page. Also, we are looking into having the other five libraries web page or Blog listed on a web page. This is new territory for me and it is taking some time to get this set up that is user friendly. Our Blog would have current info on and would be a useful tool in finding out what the library has to offer.
The six libraries are scheduling monthly meetings to better share information about our library software and how it should be used to benefit all libraries. We want to make our collection lists look about the same for easier access by patrons.
New materials: Adult: “The Last Song” and “The Lucky One” by Nicholas Sparks; “Sarah’s Key” by Tatiana de Rosney (a young girl’s trials in World War II; many new Christian titles; new James Patterson, Jonathan Kellerman, John Sandford, John Hart (a boy searches for his sister) and 3 new westerns
Juvenile and Young Adult: Wimpy Kid titles by Jeff Kinney; “The Rule of Survival” and “The Killer’s Cousin” by Nancy Werlin (she also wrote “Double Helix”)
DVD’s: 2 Scooby Doo ; Rendition; Walk the Line; Romancing the Stone and MORE
Biographies: Clint Eastwood and Ted Kennedy
Political – Glenn Beck
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
Everywhere we turn people are talking about influenza. (H1N1, swine, bird, whatever???) What is it, and how do you keep your family from getting it?
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the flu or influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness and the safest way to prevent it is to be vaccinated. Contact your family doctor or county health department to find out how you can get the vaccines for your family.
In addition to getting vaccinated, practicing these good health habits will be beneficial:
*Avoid close contact with individuals who are sick and if you are ill stay home.
*Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing and wash your hands often.
*Avoid touching your mouth, nose and face.
Following these tips along with general health habits like getting plenty of rest, good nutrition, regular physical activity, sufficient fluids, and positive stress management will help you and your family remain healthy in these influenza infested conditions. Stay well!
Village of Mead Community Survey - Summer 2009 Results
Results of the Community Survey recently completed by Mead residents were provided to the Board of Trustees by SENDD Representative, John Trouba. Mr. Trouba indicated that Mead has qualified for Community Wide CDBG grant funding. Many possible projects fall under these grants which include improvements or replacements to water, wastewater, streets, Community Building, etc. A Scope of Survey is currently being compiled by engineers from JEO Consulting Group. Survey results to apply for grants have a four year time span.
Survey results are provided on the following page. Comments are on file with the Clerk at the village office.
Please rate the following aspects of Mead. Good Fair Poor
1. The general appearance of the downtown. 26% 55% 20%
2. The appearance of the community in general. 38% 52% 10%
3. Conditions of the streets. 27% 49% 24%
4. Adequacy of recreational facilities and programs for:
School age children 43% 39% 19%
Teenagers 16% 36% 47%
Adults 10% 33% 57%
Senior citizens 8% 28% 64%
5. Appearance of homes in the community. 30% 64% 6%
6. Condition of lots being mowed and rubbish free. 30% 57% 14%
7. Adequacy of law enforcement coverage. 37% 40% 23%
8. Adequacy of fire and rescue services. 87% 12% 1%
9. Adequacy of sewer services. 42% 48% 10%
10.Quality of water. 7% 28% 65%
11.Sufficient community meeting facilities. 46% 49% 5%
12.Adequacy of water pressure. 28% 50% 22%
13.Street drainage & culverts. 22% 44% 33%
14.Adequacy of the recycling program. 42% 48% 10%
What services do you feel are needed in Mead. Greatly Somewhat Do Not
15.Street improvements. 32% 58% 10%
16.Recreation facilites upgrades. 32% 46% 22%
17.Water service improvements. 62% 32% 6%
18. Programs to encourage business and industry. 76% 19% 5%
19.Retail and business facilities. 77% 19% 3%
20.Do you own or rent your place of residence? 83% own 17% rent
21.Average Family Size 2.60 persons
22.Number of persons in your household in each age group. Less than 18 145
18-24 50
TOTAL 526 persons 25-34 58
35-44 77
45-61 113
62-74 59
75 or older 24
23.Total gross income within the last 12 months. Above Below
1 person family household $36,600 34% 66%
2 persons family household $41,850 49% 51%
3 persons family household $47,050 22% 78%
4 persons family household $52,300 50% 50%
5 & above collapsed into 4 persons-confidentiality purpose
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Newsletter October 2009
Village of Mead
MEAD MESSENGER
OCTOBER 2009
Volume 5, Issue 10
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting on August 28 at 9:30 a.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairperson Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline and Maintenance/Utilities Supt. Walling.
Action was taken to approve the waiving of three readings of Ord. No. 591 and approval of the ordinance for the purchase of Quonset #10, located at Konecky Bin Site for $23,000.00 from Rob LaCroix. All voted yes, other than Swanson voting no. No action was taken on a request by the Planning Commission regarding requirement to seek a Conditional Use Permit by resident.
Moline reported on the Community Survey. Discussion items were spraying mosquitoes, street conditions and leak at the Community Building roof.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 a.m.
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees met September 8, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at the Village Office. Answering roll call were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver & Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline, Maintenance/Utilities Supt. Walling and Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Steve Mayfield, Shane Mapes, Andrea Elworth, Chris Kavan and Bill Thorson.
The board entered hearings (3) at 6:02 p.m., returning at 6:35 p.m.
GUESTS: Chris Kavan submitted his resignation as Dumpmaster. After discussion, he agreed to extend his employment throughout the winter months. The new policy will be that residents may contact him to open the dump on the first Saturday of the month ONLY from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Steve Mayfield, Planning Commission Chair, addressed zoning ordinance violations.
REPORTS:
Police Chief Carlson presented the monthly report and yard concern.
Maintenance/Utilities Supt. Walling reported windows and doors are here, work continues along N. Elm Street and upcoming water classes.
Clerk Moline reported a delinquent water / sewer account, LARM Health Ins. Plan, training session and upcoming County Economic Development meeting scheduled.
Action was taken to approve insurance bid from Inspro Insurance for $12,997.00 for 10/1/09 9/30/10. Terry Miller reported that he is investigating a grant from Home Depot for Community Building improvements and notification of first step approval for the siren grant.
Discussion was held on OPPD rate change for concession building meter, seeking bids for installation of doors and windows at the Community Building, future repairs of concrete sinking in streets, unemployment claim, terminate sign permit, water and sewer rate survey and median upkeep.
The meeting adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
A Budget Hearing was called to order at 6:02 p.m. on September 8, 2009 at the Village Office. Answering roll call were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson.
Action was taken to adopt the 10/1/09 –9/30/10 budget, an additional 1% increase, and Resolution 09-12, Final Tax Levy of 23.9996 cents per one hundred dollars of actual valuation.
A Public Hearing was held on September 8, 2009 at the Village Office. The hearing was called to order at 6:05 p.m. Present were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson.
Howell reported the purpose of the hearing was to consider a recommendation of a Class C Liquor License Application from Mapeworth LLC dba Fly’n Pig Pub.
Shane Mapes presented his intentions for operating the pub.
Concerns were expressed by Police Chief Carlson and members of the board.
Action was taken to recommend approval for a Liquor License to Mapeworth LLC dba Fly’n Pig Pub to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission.
The hearing adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
WATER HYDRANTS WILL BE FLUSHED WEDNESDAY,
OCTOBER 14th, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY!
Mead Public Library Hours
TUESDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
WEDNESDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am
THURSDAY 9:00 am - 11.00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SATURDAY 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Panara bread will be available at Alma on October 10. Come to the church basement from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. The bread is free and available to the public. WELCOME!
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETS
A Board of Adjustment Hearing was called to order at 6:25 p.m. on September 8, 2009 at the Village Office. Answering roll call were Chairman Howell; Members Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Mayfield and Raver.
Howell indicated the purpose of the hearing was to address an application for a variance from William Thorson.
Action was taken to approve Resolution 09-13, Variance Request for the rear yard depth from William Thorson to construct a deck and patio room.
The hearing was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
CHURCH SERVICES
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups / Kids Alive
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
8:30 am Spoken Worship
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Traditional Worship
ANNUAL FIRE DEPARTMENT HALLOWEEN PARTY
The Mead Fire Department is sponsoring their annual costume party on Saturday, October 31 at the Mead Community Building / Fire Hall. The event starts at 6:00 p.m. with judging of costumes at approximately 6:30 p.m. Costume judging is for all ages. Free hot dogs and hot chocolate will be served.
Come and join in the fun!
LIBRARY BOARD MEMBERS
Thank you to Lesha Quinn for serving on the Mead Library Board. Lesha’s replacement is Mary Mayfield. Welcome!
Tracy’s Place
Tracy Varble & Donna J. Varble-Hook
Owners
PHONE 402-624-2036
102 W. 4TH St., Mead NE 68041
Mon. 8-3 Tue. 8-7 Wed. 8-3
Thu. 8-7 Fri. 8-8 Sat. 8-8
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Oct. 13, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm: Monday, Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Oct. 3, 9:00 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Oct. 12, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
NEW WINTER DUMP HOURS
The procedure to use the dump during the winter months has changed. November 1 through April 30, the dump will be available by contacting Chris at 402-624-2494 on the FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH ONLY FROM 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. Please contact Chris during this time frame ONLY and he will come and unlock the dump gate. Chris has taken a new job and is working with us to offer Mead residents the opportunity to dump during these months.
The Village of Mead is looking for a new dumpmaster. The job will be available in the spring of 2010. If you are interested, please contact the village office for an application.
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
It’s Football Season and that means gathering together to enjoy good food, fellowship, and a few drinks (yes, we’re talking alcohol!) Can this be done safely? You bet! Consider some of the following tips when planning to host your next party and you will be providing a healthy role-model for the younger members of your family and doing your part to ensure guests will enjoy their time with you.
*Serve food throughout the party and make sure there is enough for all guests. Food in the stomach slows the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream and it also fills a person up so he is less likely to drink as much.
*Provide a wide variety of non-alcoholic drinks (water, soft drinks, fruit juice, coffee, tea, etc.) as well as lower alcohol-content drinks and use smaller glasses to serve alcoholic beverages. In addition, premix any mixed drinks to ensure a limited alcohol content.
*Consider the layout of the party. Keep the bar or alcohol away from the entrance and areas where people congregate. Make sure the food is easily accessible.
*Provide activities to give guests something to focus on besides drinking.
*Serve sweet dessert-style snacks an hour before the end of the party and stop serving alcohol. Keep in mind, time is the only thing that sobers a person; coffee and cold showers are a myth.
Info obtained from Knox Community Health Service 2002
October is Eat with Your Family Month - Make it a point to have a meal together this week!
MEAD MESSENGER
OCTOBER 2009
Volume 5, Issue 10
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees held a Special Meeting on August 28 at 9:30 a.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairperson Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline and Maintenance/Utilities Supt. Walling.
Action was taken to approve the waiving of three readings of Ord. No. 591 and approval of the ordinance for the purchase of Quonset #10, located at Konecky Bin Site for $23,000.00 from Rob LaCroix. All voted yes, other than Swanson voting no. No action was taken on a request by the Planning Commission regarding requirement to seek a Conditional Use Permit by resident.
Moline reported on the Community Survey. Discussion items were spraying mosquitoes, street conditions and leak at the Community Building roof.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 a.m.
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees met September 8, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. at the Village Office. Answering roll call were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver & Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline, Maintenance/Utilities Supt. Walling and Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Steve Mayfield, Shane Mapes, Andrea Elworth, Chris Kavan and Bill Thorson.
The board entered hearings (3) at 6:02 p.m., returning at 6:35 p.m.
GUESTS: Chris Kavan submitted his resignation as Dumpmaster. After discussion, he agreed to extend his employment throughout the winter months. The new policy will be that residents may contact him to open the dump on the first Saturday of the month ONLY from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Steve Mayfield, Planning Commission Chair, addressed zoning ordinance violations.
REPORTS:
Police Chief Carlson presented the monthly report and yard concern.
Maintenance/Utilities Supt. Walling reported windows and doors are here, work continues along N. Elm Street and upcoming water classes.
Clerk Moline reported a delinquent water / sewer account, LARM Health Ins. Plan, training session and upcoming County Economic Development meeting scheduled.
Action was taken to approve insurance bid from Inspro Insurance for $12,997.00 for 10/1/09 9/30/10. Terry Miller reported that he is investigating a grant from Home Depot for Community Building improvements and notification of first step approval for the siren grant.
Discussion was held on OPPD rate change for concession building meter, seeking bids for installation of doors and windows at the Community Building, future repairs of concrete sinking in streets, unemployment claim, terminate sign permit, water and sewer rate survey and median upkeep.
The meeting adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
A Budget Hearing was called to order at 6:02 p.m. on September 8, 2009 at the Village Office. Answering roll call were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson.
Action was taken to adopt the 10/1/09 –9/30/10 budget, an additional 1% increase, and Resolution 09-12, Final Tax Levy of 23.9996 cents per one hundred dollars of actual valuation.
A Public Hearing was held on September 8, 2009 at the Village Office. The hearing was called to order at 6:05 p.m. Present were Chairman Howell; Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson.
Howell reported the purpose of the hearing was to consider a recommendation of a Class C Liquor License Application from Mapeworth LLC dba Fly’n Pig Pub.
Shane Mapes presented his intentions for operating the pub.
Concerns were expressed by Police Chief Carlson and members of the board.
Action was taken to recommend approval for a Liquor License to Mapeworth LLC dba Fly’n Pig Pub to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission.
The hearing adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
WATER HYDRANTS WILL BE FLUSHED WEDNESDAY,
OCTOBER 14th, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY!
Mead Public Library Hours
TUESDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
WEDNESDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am
THURSDAY 9:00 am - 11.00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SATURDAY 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Panara bread will be available at Alma on October 10. Come to the church basement from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. The bread is free and available to the public. WELCOME!
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETS
A Board of Adjustment Hearing was called to order at 6:25 p.m. on September 8, 2009 at the Village Office. Answering roll call were Chairman Howell; Members Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Mayfield and Raver.
Howell indicated the purpose of the hearing was to address an application for a variance from William Thorson.
Action was taken to approve Resolution 09-13, Variance Request for the rear yard depth from William Thorson to construct a deck and patio room.
The hearing was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
CHURCH SERVICES
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups / Kids Alive
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
8:30 am Spoken Worship
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Traditional Worship
ANNUAL FIRE DEPARTMENT HALLOWEEN PARTY
The Mead Fire Department is sponsoring their annual costume party on Saturday, October 31 at the Mead Community Building / Fire Hall. The event starts at 6:00 p.m. with judging of costumes at approximately 6:30 p.m. Costume judging is for all ages. Free hot dogs and hot chocolate will be served.
Come and join in the fun!
LIBRARY BOARD MEMBERS
Thank you to Lesha Quinn for serving on the Mead Library Board. Lesha’s replacement is Mary Mayfield. Welcome!
Tracy’s Place
Tracy Varble & Donna J. Varble-Hook
Owners
PHONE 402-624-2036
102 W. 4TH St., Mead NE 68041
Mon. 8-3 Tue. 8-7 Wed. 8-3
Thu. 8-7 Fri. 8-8 Sat. 8-8
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Oct. 13, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm: Monday, Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Oct. 3, 9:00 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Oct. 12, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
NEW WINTER DUMP HOURS
The procedure to use the dump during the winter months has changed. November 1 through April 30, the dump will be available by contacting Chris at 402-624-2494 on the FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH ONLY FROM 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. Please contact Chris during this time frame ONLY and he will come and unlock the dump gate. Chris has taken a new job and is working with us to offer Mead residents the opportunity to dump during these months.
The Village of Mead is looking for a new dumpmaster. The job will be available in the spring of 2010. If you are interested, please contact the village office for an application.
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
It’s Football Season and that means gathering together to enjoy good food, fellowship, and a few drinks (yes, we’re talking alcohol!) Can this be done safely? You bet! Consider some of the following tips when planning to host your next party and you will be providing a healthy role-model for the younger members of your family and doing your part to ensure guests will enjoy their time with you.
*Serve food throughout the party and make sure there is enough for all guests. Food in the stomach slows the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream and it also fills a person up so he is less likely to drink as much.
*Provide a wide variety of non-alcoholic drinks (water, soft drinks, fruit juice, coffee, tea, etc.) as well as lower alcohol-content drinks and use smaller glasses to serve alcoholic beverages. In addition, premix any mixed drinks to ensure a limited alcohol content.
*Consider the layout of the party. Keep the bar or alcohol away from the entrance and areas where people congregate. Make sure the food is easily accessible.
*Provide activities to give guests something to focus on besides drinking.
*Serve sweet dessert-style snacks an hour before the end of the party and stop serving alcohol. Keep in mind, time is the only thing that sobers a person; coffee and cold showers are a myth.
Info obtained from Knox Community Health Service 2002
October is Eat with Your Family Month - Make it a point to have a meal together this week!
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Newsletter September 2009
Village of Mead
Mead Messenger
SEPTEMBER 2009
Volume 5, Issue 9
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
A Budget Workshop was held Aug. 6 at 1:30 pm at the Village Office. Present were Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Howell, Raver & Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline & Librarian Kuhr. Guest present was Accountant Ed Schroeder.
Schroeder lead the review of the 10/1/09-9/30/10 budget.
The workshop was adjourned at 2:45 pm.
A Board of Trustees regular meeting was held Aug. 11 at 6:00 pm at the Village Office. Answering roll call were Chairman Howell, Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver & Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling & Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Mark Rezac, Jeff Clymer & Mike Chvatal. Several community members were present.
Mark Rezac, Prague Ins. Group & Jeff Clymer, Ball Ins., presented an insurance proposal for the 10/1/09 - 9/30/10 year. Mike Chvatal, representing Inspro Ins., presented a proposal for the same time period.
Several members of the community voiced concerns. Concerns being: sale of the quonset, plans for future purchase or construction of a maintenance garage, current plan for equipment storage, water and sewer plant issues, drainage project, door and window replacement at the Community Building and hydrant replacement.
Action was taken to approve third reading and adoption of Ord. No. 589, Off Road Vehicles, payment of $600.00 quonset rent to Rob La Croix less $99.00 village charge for prepaid rent to Konecky Trust in September, 2008 and sale of water to US Asphalt, Omaha at $5.00 per truck load during highway construction. Swanson voted no on the La Croix payment and Halbmaier and Feldhaus voted no on US Asphalt request.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
Interesting Points:
MHS Seasons Begin
Special Meeting Held August 17
Peddler Permits
Community News
River City Round Up
Church News
River City Round Up
As a new school year begins, please be reminded to STOP at all stop signs and watch for children walking and riding bicycles.
-
Parents, please tell your child to use the sidewalk when walking to and from school.
Village Office Closed Monday, Sept. 7, Labor Day
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Sept. 8, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Sept. 5, 9:30 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Sept. 14, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
Mead Public Library Hours
TUE 9:00 am - 11:00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
WED 9:00 am - 11:00 am
THUR 9:00 am - 11.00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SAT 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come and support Mead High School sports!
The Yutan-Mead Softball team begins play on August 27 against Logan View at Logan View, Volleyball plays at Syracuse on September 1, Girl’s Cross Country’s first race begins at the Johnson Co. Central Invite on September 4 and Football begins their season away against Lyons-Decatur N.E. on September 4. Junior Varsity start dates are as follows: Softball begins August 27 at Logan View, Volleyball on September 1 at Syracuse and Football September 8 vs Omaha Christian Academy at home.
Game schedules for fall sports are posted at various Mead businesses.
SPECIAL MEETING OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD AUGUST 17
A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees was held August 17 at 6:00 p.m. Present were Chairman Howell and Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline and Utility/Maintenance Supt. Walling. Guests present were Steve Mayfield, Mike Coyle, Dennis Berry, Terral Brabec, George Robertson, Rick Weilage, Rod Wimer and Doug Patocka.
Discussion was held on the purchase or construction of a maintenance building. Action was taken to approve the purchase of a quonset from Rob LaCroix dba RK Recreational Storage at a cost of $23,000.00, if one is available.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:48 p.m.
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
“Pharming” parties are a relatively new trend to hit the adolescent scene and unfortunately, they have nothing to do with agriculture.
At one time, youth would raid their parents’ liquor cabinets to get high. Now, they are hitting the medicine cabinet. According to the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University, 2.3 million kids age 12 - 17 take legal prescription drugs illegally every year.
The term “Pharming Party” refers to a gathering where the youth bring together whatever pharmaceuticals they can obtain and take random handfuls of drugs. Often, these are dangerously combined with alcohol. The effects can be fatal.
Be sure to talk with your kids about the dangers of drug abuse and your expectations for them. Also, monitor your medicine cabinet and keep medications locked and out of the reach of kids and teens.
Please join the Mead Community Group at its next monthly meeting, Tuesday, September 8th at 1:00 pm at the Mead Elementary School. If you have suggestions, ideas or more information, contact Marilyn Larson at 624-2312, mead1515@windstream.net or 1515 Mead Road, Mead, NE 68041.
PEDDLERS NEED PERMITS
Please be aware that all Peddlers are required by Village Ordinance to obtain a Peddler’s Permit from the Village Office.
Please notify the police department or village office if a peddler cannot produce a permit obtained from the Village of Mead.
School and church fundraising sales do not require the peddler’s permit.
Thank you to everyone who supported the Yutan Senior Legion Baseball team this summer. Yutan claimed the Class “C” State Championship on July 28th. Team members from Mead were Bob Hartgrave, Eric Johnson, Jordan Moline and Nate Raver.
NO DUMPING IS ALLOWED IN THE DUMPSTERS LOCATED BEHIND THE COMMUNITY BUILDING. THERE IS A DUMPSTER FOR PUBLIC DISPOSAL OF CARDBOARD ONLY AND RECYCLING BINS.
ALL VIOLATORS WILL BE PROSECUTED.
Mead Library News - August 2009
By Vera Kuhr, Librarian
Where did the summer go?? I blinked and school has started.
Book Clubs - Do you belong to a book club? I have access to book bundles (of the same title) for Book Clubs. Please let me know if you are interested and I will give you the titles that are currently offered.
Summer Reading - This program was not well attended but Pat and I enjoyed the few that came for crafts. We even let them use glitter!!! This is a worthwhile program and needs the support of parents to encourage children to participate. Our budget is not large enough to justify a program that is costly but if the numbers improve, these programs can be added.
Library Services - The Library offers computer access (we encourage users to have a library card from a library in Saunders County), newest adult fiction and non fiction, a great selection of juvenile materials, a young adult section, reference material, language (French, German and Swedish) books, copy machine, laminating machine, Accu-Cut machine (this is a machine that makes cut outs), free magazines and we are always ready to answer questions if we are able.
New Materials - Adult: James Patterson - Swimsuit and The 8th Confession; Kathryn Stockett - The Help; Stuart Woods - Loitering with Intent; Jeffrey Deaver - Bodies Left Behind; Carla Neggers - The Mist; Dean Koontz - Relentless; Mary Higgins Clark - Just Take My Heart; Maeve Binchy - Heart and Soul; Luanne Rice - The Geometry of Sisters; Carol Clark - Cursed, and many more in the library and on order.
Horses and Pancakes Arrive September 24
River City Round Up riders will be arriving in Mead on Friday morning, September 25. A pancake breakfast will be served at Benal’s Shop, 221 W. Second St. The Pancake Man will be flipping pancakes.
This event is open to the public at a minimal cost. The event is hosted by Dale and Marilyn Benal and assisted by friends.
Watch for signs around Mead!
CHURCH SERVICES
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
9:00 am Worship
SEPTEMBER 13 - RALLY DAY AT ALMA
8:30 am Spoken Worship
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Traditional Worship
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
Mead Messenger
SEPTEMBER 2009
Volume 5, Issue 9
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
A Budget Workshop was held Aug. 6 at 1:30 pm at the Village Office. Present were Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Howell, Raver & Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline & Librarian Kuhr. Guest present was Accountant Ed Schroeder.
Schroeder lead the review of the 10/1/09-9/30/10 budget.
The workshop was adjourned at 2:45 pm.
A Board of Trustees regular meeting was held Aug. 11 at 6:00 pm at the Village Office. Answering roll call were Chairman Howell, Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver & Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling & Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Mark Rezac, Jeff Clymer & Mike Chvatal. Several community members were present.
Mark Rezac, Prague Ins. Group & Jeff Clymer, Ball Ins., presented an insurance proposal for the 10/1/09 - 9/30/10 year. Mike Chvatal, representing Inspro Ins., presented a proposal for the same time period.
Several members of the community voiced concerns. Concerns being: sale of the quonset, plans for future purchase or construction of a maintenance garage, current plan for equipment storage, water and sewer plant issues, drainage project, door and window replacement at the Community Building and hydrant replacement.
Action was taken to approve third reading and adoption of Ord. No. 589, Off Road Vehicles, payment of $600.00 quonset rent to Rob La Croix less $99.00 village charge for prepaid rent to Konecky Trust in September, 2008 and sale of water to US Asphalt, Omaha at $5.00 per truck load during highway construction. Swanson voted no on the La Croix payment and Halbmaier and Feldhaus voted no on US Asphalt request.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
Interesting Points:
MHS Seasons Begin
Special Meeting Held August 17
Peddler Permits
Community News
River City Round Up
Church News
River City Round Up
As a new school year begins, please be reminded to STOP at all stop signs and watch for children walking and riding bicycles.
-
Parents, please tell your child to use the sidewalk when walking to and from school.
Village Office Closed Monday, Sept. 7, Labor Day
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Sept. 8, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, Sept. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Sept. 5, 9:30 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Sept. 14, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
Mead Public Library Hours
TUE 9:00 am - 11:00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
WED 9:00 am - 11:00 am
THUR 9:00 am - 11.00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
SAT 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come and support Mead High School sports!
The Yutan-Mead Softball team begins play on August 27 against Logan View at Logan View, Volleyball plays at Syracuse on September 1, Girl’s Cross Country’s first race begins at the Johnson Co. Central Invite on September 4 and Football begins their season away against Lyons-Decatur N.E. on September 4. Junior Varsity start dates are as follows: Softball begins August 27 at Logan View, Volleyball on September 1 at Syracuse and Football September 8 vs Omaha Christian Academy at home.
Game schedules for fall sports are posted at various Mead businesses.
SPECIAL MEETING OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD AUGUST 17
A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees was held August 17 at 6:00 p.m. Present were Chairman Howell and Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline and Utility/Maintenance Supt. Walling. Guests present were Steve Mayfield, Mike Coyle, Dennis Berry, Terral Brabec, George Robertson, Rick Weilage, Rod Wimer and Doug Patocka.
Discussion was held on the purchase or construction of a maintenance building. Action was taken to approve the purchase of a quonset from Rob LaCroix dba RK Recreational Storage at a cost of $23,000.00, if one is available.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:48 p.m.
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
“Pharming” parties are a relatively new trend to hit the adolescent scene and unfortunately, they have nothing to do with agriculture.
At one time, youth would raid their parents’ liquor cabinets to get high. Now, they are hitting the medicine cabinet. According to the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University, 2.3 million kids age 12 - 17 take legal prescription drugs illegally every year.
The term “Pharming Party” refers to a gathering where the youth bring together whatever pharmaceuticals they can obtain and take random handfuls of drugs. Often, these are dangerously combined with alcohol. The effects can be fatal.
Be sure to talk with your kids about the dangers of drug abuse and your expectations for them. Also, monitor your medicine cabinet and keep medications locked and out of the reach of kids and teens.
Please join the Mead Community Group at its next monthly meeting, Tuesday, September 8th at 1:00 pm at the Mead Elementary School. If you have suggestions, ideas or more information, contact Marilyn Larson at 624-2312, mead1515@windstream.net or 1515 Mead Road, Mead, NE 68041.
PEDDLERS NEED PERMITS
Please be aware that all Peddlers are required by Village Ordinance to obtain a Peddler’s Permit from the Village Office.
Please notify the police department or village office if a peddler cannot produce a permit obtained from the Village of Mead.
School and church fundraising sales do not require the peddler’s permit.
Thank you to everyone who supported the Yutan Senior Legion Baseball team this summer. Yutan claimed the Class “C” State Championship on July 28th. Team members from Mead were Bob Hartgrave, Eric Johnson, Jordan Moline and Nate Raver.
NO DUMPING IS ALLOWED IN THE DUMPSTERS LOCATED BEHIND THE COMMUNITY BUILDING. THERE IS A DUMPSTER FOR PUBLIC DISPOSAL OF CARDBOARD ONLY AND RECYCLING BINS.
ALL VIOLATORS WILL BE PROSECUTED.
Mead Library News - August 2009
By Vera Kuhr, Librarian
Where did the summer go?? I blinked and school has started.
Book Clubs - Do you belong to a book club? I have access to book bundles (of the same title) for Book Clubs. Please let me know if you are interested and I will give you the titles that are currently offered.
Summer Reading - This program was not well attended but Pat and I enjoyed the few that came for crafts. We even let them use glitter!!! This is a worthwhile program and needs the support of parents to encourage children to participate. Our budget is not large enough to justify a program that is costly but if the numbers improve, these programs can be added.
Library Services - The Library offers computer access (we encourage users to have a library card from a library in Saunders County), newest adult fiction and non fiction, a great selection of juvenile materials, a young adult section, reference material, language (French, German and Swedish) books, copy machine, laminating machine, Accu-Cut machine (this is a machine that makes cut outs), free magazines and we are always ready to answer questions if we are able.
New Materials - Adult: James Patterson - Swimsuit and The 8th Confession; Kathryn Stockett - The Help; Stuart Woods - Loitering with Intent; Jeffrey Deaver - Bodies Left Behind; Carla Neggers - The Mist; Dean Koontz - Relentless; Mary Higgins Clark - Just Take My Heart; Maeve Binchy - Heart and Soul; Luanne Rice - The Geometry of Sisters; Carol Clark - Cursed, and many more in the library and on order.
Horses and Pancakes Arrive September 24
River City Round Up riders will be arriving in Mead on Friday morning, September 25. A pancake breakfast will be served at Benal’s Shop, 221 W. Second St. The Pancake Man will be flipping pancakes.
This event is open to the public at a minimal cost. The event is hosted by Dale and Marilyn Benal and assisted by friends.
Watch for signs around Mead!
CHURCH SERVICES
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
9:00 am Worship
SEPTEMBER 13 - RALLY DAY AT ALMA
8:30 am Spoken Worship
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
10:30 am Traditional Worship
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
Monday, July 20, 2009
Newsletter August 2009
VILLAGE OF MEAD
MEAD MESSENGER
Volume 5, Issue 8
AUGUST 2009
VILLAGE OF MEAD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held July 14 at 6:00 p.m. Present were Chairman Howell, Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline and Police Chief Carlson. Guests were Mike Coyle, John Trouba and Karen La Croix.
The board entered executive session at 6:12 p.m. to discuss a personnel issue. The board returned to regular session at 6:30 p.m.
Mr. Trouba reported on the Community Surveys for SENDD. La Croix addressed LB307, inquiring why golf carts may be allowed and not all motorized vehicles which include ATV’s.
Action was taken to approve transfer of General and Water Funds to CD’s, shelter license to temporarily house dogs found running at large, heard second reading of Ord. 590 Off-Road Vehicles, rescind motion made last month to purchase $100,000.00 10-year term life insurance policy for Walling, and approved purchase of $50,000.00 10-year term life insurance policy for Walling. A Mead School Championship Team sign was approved for $400.00 with Mead Schools to contribute $150.00 toward the $400.00. Waiving of three readings and adopting of Ord. 590 C & L Water / Sewer Rates took place. Crystal Hass was hired as custodian at $8.50 per hour.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
COMMUNITY SURVEYS ARE DUE . . .
Thank you to all who have taken the time to complete their Community Survey. It is imperative that all residents complete their survey in a timely fashion as the village is seeking grant funding for various projects if we should qualify. All income questions should be completed honestly as this is the measure by how we would qualify for grant funding. This is your town and any funding available should be applied for to improve our town.
If you have not completed your survey, please contact June at the Village Office, 312S. Vine St. or (402) 624-2495, and you will be provided a new survey. When your survey is completed you may either mail (Box 42, Mead, NE 68041), deposit in the drop box located outside the village office door, or drop off at the village office.
FOUND -
*Set of Acura keys
*Cell Phone
Both items were found this summer at the Mead Park. Please claim at the Village Office.
NEW HIRE -
Crystal Hass has been hired as the village custodian with a planned start date of August 17.
Welcome!
WATER HYDRANTS WILL BE FLUSHED WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 FROM 9:00 AM - 12:00 NOON. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
3RD ANNUAL WALK FOR PAWS AND A CAUSE
1 MILE WALK, 2 MILE WALK OR 5 MILE FUN-RUN
Smith Park, 125 East 5th St, Wahoo
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Check in starts at 12:00 pm, Race starts at 1:00 pm
Come join us for fun, and to walk or run … and bring your pooch!
Sponsored by Saunders County Lost Pets—Pet Rescue
(402) 443-4044
For more information or to register online go to:
www.sclprescue.org
The Rescue is always in need of towels, supplies & bedding.
CHURCH SERVICES
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W. Fifth
9:00 am Summer Worship followed by cookies on the lawn
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(Daily mass, generally 7:00 am)
COMMUNITY FOOD BANK -
The Mead Community Food Pantry is in need of boxed items such as Mac ‘n Cheese, Hamburger Helper, canned meat and fruit, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, tooth brushes, peanut butter and jelly. Donations may be made at Alma Lutheran Church.
If you are in need of paper or food products please contact Pastor Alena at Alma, 624-3015 or Jill Dahl, 624-5010. The Food Pantry is a community-wide project to assist those in need.
A note from the Ball Association ….
We would like to thank all the coaches, umpires, concession stand workers, field maintenance and volunteers who helped with the softball and baseball teams this summer. It is nice to be able to support so many teams in Mead. Without you, this would not be possible. If you still have your uniform or any ball association equipment, please make sure it is returned to your coach. Thanks.
Update Equipment Rental Policy
The Rental Agreement for village equipment has been amended. Prior to approval of a rental you must provide a $50.00 payment (per day rate), signed Rental Agreement and your certificate of liability insurance coverage. The equipment will be rented to residents within the jurisdiction of the village and will not be released until all requirements are met.
Please remember that all water / sewer payments are due on the 15th. The latest that payment may be made without a $10.00 late charge is 9:00 a.m. on the 16th. You may deliver the payment to the office, place in drop box by the office front door, deliver to Bank of Mead or mail to Box 46, Mead, NE 68041. If you have an account at the Bank of Mead, sign up at the Village office for automatic withdrawal of your payment on the 15th.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Aug. 11, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, Aug. 24, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Aug. 1, 9:00 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Aug. 10, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
MEAD COMMUNITY GROUP
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
Have a teen new to driving in your household? Check out the following guidelines to keep them and others on the road as safe as possible:
Encourage them to follow the rules (obey the posted speed limits, wear a safety belt, etc. - car crashes are the leading cause of death among 15 - 20 year olds).
Be a good role model (as with everything, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree).
Practice helps (as difficult as it may be, provide supervised driving sessions with your teens to enhance learning and reinforce proper driving skills).
Be aware of the dangers of passengers at night (chances of teen crashes increase with each additional passenger and most night-time accidents occur between 9:00 pm and midnight).
Teens still need plenty of sleep (shortage of shut-eye affects eye-hand coordination, vision, reaction time and judgment).
Put the cell phones away (talking and texting doesn’t go with driving, it’s actually against the law in Nebraska).
Data taken from AAA Washington DC 10/15/07
COME FIND US AT THE HAMBURGER FRY ON AUGUST 20TH. HELP IMPLEMENT THE $6,666 RECEIVED IN FEDERAL BLOCK GRANT FUNDING FOR THE NEXT FISCAL YEAR.
Are your trees drooping?
Please be aware that the homeowner is responsible for maintaining overhanging tree branches . There must be an 8’ clearance from the branch to the surface of the sidewalk / street. Village Code 8-107.
Thank you to Moriah Nygren for volunteering to weed the island at the north entrance into Mead this summer. Thank you Stephanie Harriman for serving as a volunteer maintenance assistant this summer through a state summer work program. We couldn’t have done it without you!
PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZES
The Mead Planning Commission reorganized at their June 22 Regular Meeting. Elected Chairperson was Steve Mayfield; Vice Chair, Jody Wieble; and Recorder, Melissa Konecky. Additional members on the commission are Dennis Berry, Lowell Divoll, Connie Schliffke, Bill Thorson, and Alternate, Richard Wielage.
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
MEAD MESSENGER
Volume 5, Issue 8
AUGUST 2009
VILLAGE OF MEAD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held July 14 at 6:00 p.m. Present were Chairman Howell, Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver and Swanson. Also present were Clerk Moline and Police Chief Carlson. Guests were Mike Coyle, John Trouba and Karen La Croix.
The board entered executive session at 6:12 p.m. to discuss a personnel issue. The board returned to regular session at 6:30 p.m.
Mr. Trouba reported on the Community Surveys for SENDD. La Croix addressed LB307, inquiring why golf carts may be allowed and not all motorized vehicles which include ATV’s.
Action was taken to approve transfer of General and Water Funds to CD’s, shelter license to temporarily house dogs found running at large, heard second reading of Ord. 590 Off-Road Vehicles, rescind motion made last month to purchase $100,000.00 10-year term life insurance policy for Walling, and approved purchase of $50,000.00 10-year term life insurance policy for Walling. A Mead School Championship Team sign was approved for $400.00 with Mead Schools to contribute $150.00 toward the $400.00. Waiving of three readings and adopting of Ord. 590 C & L Water / Sewer Rates took place. Crystal Hass was hired as custodian at $8.50 per hour.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
COMMUNITY SURVEYS ARE DUE . . .
Thank you to all who have taken the time to complete their Community Survey. It is imperative that all residents complete their survey in a timely fashion as the village is seeking grant funding for various projects if we should qualify. All income questions should be completed honestly as this is the measure by how we would qualify for grant funding. This is your town and any funding available should be applied for to improve our town.
If you have not completed your survey, please contact June at the Village Office, 312S. Vine St. or (402) 624-2495, and you will be provided a new survey. When your survey is completed you may either mail (Box 42, Mead, NE 68041), deposit in the drop box located outside the village office door, or drop off at the village office.
FOUND -
*Set of Acura keys
*Cell Phone
Both items were found this summer at the Mead Park. Please claim at the Village Office.
NEW HIRE -
Crystal Hass has been hired as the village custodian with a planned start date of August 17.
Welcome!
WATER HYDRANTS WILL BE FLUSHED WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 FROM 9:00 AM - 12:00 NOON. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
3RD ANNUAL WALK FOR PAWS AND A CAUSE
1 MILE WALK, 2 MILE WALK OR 5 MILE FUN-RUN
Smith Park, 125 East 5th St, Wahoo
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Check in starts at 12:00 pm, Race starts at 1:00 pm
Come join us for fun, and to walk or run … and bring your pooch!
Sponsored by Saunders County Lost Pets—Pet Rescue
(402) 443-4044
For more information or to register online go to:
www.sclprescue.org
The Rescue is always in need of towels, supplies & bedding.
CHURCH SERVICES
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W. Fifth
9:00 am Summer Worship followed by cookies on the lawn
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(Daily mass, generally 7:00 am)
COMMUNITY FOOD BANK -
The Mead Community Food Pantry is in need of boxed items such as Mac ‘n Cheese, Hamburger Helper, canned meat and fruit, toilet paper, dish soap, laundry detergent, tooth brushes, peanut butter and jelly. Donations may be made at Alma Lutheran Church.
If you are in need of paper or food products please contact Pastor Alena at Alma, 624-3015 or Jill Dahl, 624-5010. The Food Pantry is a community-wide project to assist those in need.
A note from the Ball Association ….
We would like to thank all the coaches, umpires, concession stand workers, field maintenance and volunteers who helped with the softball and baseball teams this summer. It is nice to be able to support so many teams in Mead. Without you, this would not be possible. If you still have your uniform or any ball association equipment, please make sure it is returned to your coach. Thanks.
Update Equipment Rental Policy
The Rental Agreement for village equipment has been amended. Prior to approval of a rental you must provide a $50.00 payment (per day rate), signed Rental Agreement and your certificate of liability insurance coverage. The equipment will be rented to residents within the jurisdiction of the village and will not be released until all requirements are met.
Please remember that all water / sewer payments are due on the 15th. The latest that payment may be made without a $10.00 late charge is 9:00 a.m. on the 16th. You may deliver the payment to the office, place in drop box by the office front door, deliver to Bank of Mead or mail to Box 46, Mead, NE 68041. If you have an account at the Bank of Mead, sign up at the Village office for automatic withdrawal of your payment on the 15th.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Aug. 11, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, Aug. 24, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, Aug. 1, 9:00 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Aug. 10, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
MEAD COMMUNITY GROUP
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
Have a teen new to driving in your household? Check out the following guidelines to keep them and others on the road as safe as possible:
Encourage them to follow the rules (obey the posted speed limits, wear a safety belt, etc. - car crashes are the leading cause of death among 15 - 20 year olds).
Be a good role model (as with everything, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree).
Practice helps (as difficult as it may be, provide supervised driving sessions with your teens to enhance learning and reinforce proper driving skills).
Be aware of the dangers of passengers at night (chances of teen crashes increase with each additional passenger and most night-time accidents occur between 9:00 pm and midnight).
Teens still need plenty of sleep (shortage of shut-eye affects eye-hand coordination, vision, reaction time and judgment).
Put the cell phones away (talking and texting doesn’t go with driving, it’s actually against the law in Nebraska).
Data taken from AAA Washington DC 10/15/07
COME FIND US AT THE HAMBURGER FRY ON AUGUST 20TH. HELP IMPLEMENT THE $6,666 RECEIVED IN FEDERAL BLOCK GRANT FUNDING FOR THE NEXT FISCAL YEAR.
Are your trees drooping?
Please be aware that the homeowner is responsible for maintaining overhanging tree branches . There must be an 8’ clearance from the branch to the surface of the sidewalk / street. Village Code 8-107.
Thank you to Moriah Nygren for volunteering to weed the island at the north entrance into Mead this summer. Thank you Stephanie Harriman for serving as a volunteer maintenance assistant this summer through a state summer work program. We couldn’t have done it without you!
PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZES
The Mead Planning Commission reorganized at their June 22 Regular Meeting. Elected Chairperson was Steve Mayfield; Vice Chair, Jody Wieble; and Recorder, Melissa Konecky. Additional members on the commission are Dennis Berry, Lowell Divoll, Connie Schliffke, Bill Thorson, and Alternate, Richard Wielage.
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Newsletter July 2009
Village of Mead
MEAD MESSENGER
July 2009
Volume 5, Issue 7
VILLAGE OF MEAD BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEET JUNE 9 . . .
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees met Tuesday, June 9 at 6:00 p.m. Answering roll call were Feldhaus, Howell & Raver. Absent were Halbmaier & Swanson. Also present were Clerk/Treasurer Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling & Police Chief Carlson. Guests were Terry & Adam Miller.
Bids were opened for sale of the quonset. Bids being: Rob LaCroix $20,500.01, Harry Falke $20,167.00 & Terry & Adam Miller $20,300.00. The bid of Rob LaCroix for $20,500.01 was accepted by Ord. No. 588, pending representative of Konecky Trust approval. Discussion was held on construction of a maintenance garage.
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE SUPT. REPORT: Walling reported plan to update wellhouse, & schedule to begin drainage project along Elm Street, repair park pavillion & install windows & doors at the Community Bldg. Mead Days Committee requests were reviewed.
Trustee Halbmaier entered the meeting at 6:45 p.m.
Ordinance 587, Deposit Fee for Renters, was tabled until the Sept. 8 meeting.
Action was taken to approve a 25-year lease for Third Street from Vine Street to Cedar Street at a cost of $500.00. Discussion was held on cutting curb at the NE corner of Fifth & Vine Streets, delinquent occupation tax, purchase of street signs, future amendment of C&L Villa utility rates, erection of “State Champion” sign, amending the Off Road Recreation Vehicles Ordinance & illegal dumping in village dumpsters. The Library & Planning Commission meeting minutes were reviewed.
CLERK REPORT: Moline reported sale of dog & cat licenses, need for water fountain at park, flag purchased for park, webpage problems, Mead student volunteer project & accountant scheduled for July 7 to review budget.
POLICE REPORT: Carlson presented the monthly report.
The board entered executive session to discuss park vandalism at 7:45 p.m. The board returned from executive session at 8:30 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:31 p.m.
THANK YOU!
Stephanie Harriman has been working for the Village this summer. Stephanie’s employment is through One Stop Employment Solution Summer Program. Her wages are at no cost to the village. She is working afternoons for Mead Public Schools.
Sara Nicola graciously volunteered to paint the picnic tables and park benches with Stephanie.
Moriah Nygren is caring of the island by the north entrance into town as a Mead High School Ag service project.
Thank you to the helpers who helped muscle loads from vehicles during Mead Days Clean Up.
Helpers were Trustees Ailene Raver and Bobbie Feldhuas and Terry Miller.
Thanks to all who have served the community!
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, July 14, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, July 27, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Tuesday, June 30, 7:30 p.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, July 13, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
We have been experiencing webpage problems but hope to have the webpage back up soon.
COMMUNITY SURVEY
The Village of Mead is asking all residents to complete the Community Survey that was mailed to all residents. The Community Survey is being coordinated by SENDD. ALL INDIVIDUAL SURVEY RESULTS WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL AND TALLIED BY SENDD REPRESENTATIVES.
The Community Survey will access the needs of the community and seek funding from local, regional, state and federal sources for the projects if we should qualify. In order to qualify the village needs to determine the income eligibility threshold of all residents. Therefore it is vital that all surveys be returned for tabulation with correct information provided. Please be aware that “family households” are related people living in one house. Unrelated people will be required to each complete a separate survey.
THE SURVEY IS VERY IMPORTANT IN HELPING MEAD QUALIFY FOR GRANTS.
CHURCH SERVICES
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
9:00 am Summer Worship followed by cookies on the lawn
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups
Alma Lutheran Church thanks all who participated in Discovery Canyon. A great time was had by all. We hope to see you again next year for Vacation Bible School, June 14-18, 2010.
Alma Lutheran Ice Cream Social
Friday, July 17
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Serving Home-made Ice Cream, Pies & Bars
Thank you , Dalene Selko and Staci Charles, for your tireless efforts in chairing “Mead Days” to make this annual event a success.
Also thank you to the many volunteers who helped during the event. The residents of the Village of Mead appreciate your dedication and hard work.
MEAD DAYS WINNERS:
Raffle Winner: 1st place: $200 Dave Kunken; 2nd place: $100 Doug Johnson; 3rd place: $50 Larry O’Malley
Sand Volleyball Winner: Keshia Selko, Mike Weber, Kristen Tynon, Brian Weise, Allison Slager
Mud Volleyball Winner: Keshia Selko, Lyle Havelka, Max Boldra, Sara Kenne, Jim Bloom
Chinese Horseshoe Winner: Nate Johnson and Brent Huffman
Horseshoe Winner: Josh Charles and Adam Rasmussen
Beer Pong Winner: Paul Thorson and Justin Kozisek
Iron Man Winner: Brad Schutt
Dog Show: Best Trick:YoYo (Keshia Selko’s dog)
Best Dressed: Brownie (Cali Carritt’s dog)
Most Obedient: Lobo (Motan Grasiana’s dog)
Tractor Pull Winners: Age 4/5: Lane Ballard; Age 6/7: Dalton Bartek; Age 8/9: Gunnar Vanek
Fun Run:We had 69 participants.
0-15 Female: Erin Sutton; Male: Kaleb West
16-30 Female: Carol Miller; Male: John Kern
31-54 Female: Rose Sutton; Male: Brock Angelos
55+ Female: Alice Porta; Male: Roger Pelster
Texas Hold’em Tournament had over 15 participants and three places were awarded: 1st place: Mike Coyle; 2nd place: Patty Hagemann; 3rd place: Dwight Schulz
The weekend started off with great polka music by Lonnie Piitz, DJ, Tippy Cup Challenge and Beer Pong, Chinese horseshoes and fireworks. Saturday began with the fun run with 69 participants. Continued activities were sand volleyball, horseshoes, parade, kid games, Dog Show, youth tractor pull, Iron Man Competition, Magic Show and a great street dance by Mystic Haze sponsored by the Mead Volunteer Fire Department. When Sunday rolled around we continued activities with mud volleyball and Texas Hold’em poker tournament. Sorry to all of the antique tractor pull lovers that we had to postpone due to rain.
Overall the weekend was a huge success for everyone. The Mead Days Committee, Mead Ball Association, Mead Athletic Boosters and Mead Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank everyone for participating. A special thanks to all the volunteers who made this weekend a success. Without your dedication and donations, Mead Days would not be possible. Thanks again and mark your calendars now for next year’s Mead Days, June 18, 19 and 20.
Mead Community Group Tip of the Month
Backyard Pool Safety
Summer time and backyard pools are the place to be when the temperatures heat up! Make sure your kids avoid injury by following some simple safe pool guidelines.
*Keep your pool covered and ladders secured and locked or removed when the pool is not in use.
*Keep rescue equipment by the pool and a portable phone accessible with emergency numbers posted.
*Know CPR just in case.
*If your child is missing, check the pool first!
*Teach kids about the dangers of diving injuries. Never dive into above ground pools, always enter feet first. If you do dive, do it only from the end with the diving board and dive with your hands out in front of you. When sliding, go feet first only!
Information from the Consumer Product Safety Commission Document #5097
MCG Mission: Create an environment to raise healthy families by promoting positive attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors.
MEAD MESSENGER
July 2009
Volume 5, Issue 7
VILLAGE OF MEAD BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEET JUNE 9 . . .
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees met Tuesday, June 9 at 6:00 p.m. Answering roll call were Feldhaus, Howell & Raver. Absent were Halbmaier & Swanson. Also present were Clerk/Treasurer Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling & Police Chief Carlson. Guests were Terry & Adam Miller.
Bids were opened for sale of the quonset. Bids being: Rob LaCroix $20,500.01, Harry Falke $20,167.00 & Terry & Adam Miller $20,300.00. The bid of Rob LaCroix for $20,500.01 was accepted by Ord. No. 588, pending representative of Konecky Trust approval. Discussion was held on construction of a maintenance garage.
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE SUPT. REPORT: Walling reported plan to update wellhouse, & schedule to begin drainage project along Elm Street, repair park pavillion & install windows & doors at the Community Bldg. Mead Days Committee requests were reviewed.
Trustee Halbmaier entered the meeting at 6:45 p.m.
Ordinance 587, Deposit Fee for Renters, was tabled until the Sept. 8 meeting.
Action was taken to approve a 25-year lease for Third Street from Vine Street to Cedar Street at a cost of $500.00. Discussion was held on cutting curb at the NE corner of Fifth & Vine Streets, delinquent occupation tax, purchase of street signs, future amendment of C&L Villa utility rates, erection of “State Champion” sign, amending the Off Road Recreation Vehicles Ordinance & illegal dumping in village dumpsters. The Library & Planning Commission meeting minutes were reviewed.
CLERK REPORT: Moline reported sale of dog & cat licenses, need for water fountain at park, flag purchased for park, webpage problems, Mead student volunteer project & accountant scheduled for July 7 to review budget.
POLICE REPORT: Carlson presented the monthly report.
The board entered executive session to discuss park vandalism at 7:45 p.m. The board returned from executive session at 8:30 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:31 p.m.
THANK YOU!
Stephanie Harriman has been working for the Village this summer. Stephanie’s employment is through One Stop Employment Solution Summer Program. Her wages are at no cost to the village. She is working afternoons for Mead Public Schools.
Sara Nicola graciously volunteered to paint the picnic tables and park benches with Stephanie.
Moriah Nygren is caring of the island by the north entrance into town as a Mead High School Ag service project.
Thank you to the helpers who helped muscle loads from vehicles during Mead Days Clean Up.
Helpers were Trustees Ailene Raver and Bobbie Feldhuas and Terry Miller.
Thanks to all who have served the community!
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, July 14, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, July 27, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Tuesday, June 30, 7:30 p.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, July 13, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
We have been experiencing webpage problems but hope to have the webpage back up soon.
COMMUNITY SURVEY
The Village of Mead is asking all residents to complete the Community Survey that was mailed to all residents. The Community Survey is being coordinated by SENDD. ALL INDIVIDUAL SURVEY RESULTS WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL AND TALLIED BY SENDD REPRESENTATIVES.
The Community Survey will access the needs of the community and seek funding from local, regional, state and federal sources for the projects if we should qualify. In order to qualify the village needs to determine the income eligibility threshold of all residents. Therefore it is vital that all surveys be returned for tabulation with correct information provided. Please be aware that “family households” are related people living in one house. Unrelated people will be required to each complete a separate survey.
THE SURVEY IS VERY IMPORTANT IN HELPING MEAD QUALIFY FOR GRANTS.
CHURCH SERVICES
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
9:00 am Summer Worship followed by cookies on the lawn
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups
Alma Lutheran Church thanks all who participated in Discovery Canyon. A great time was had by all. We hope to see you again next year for Vacation Bible School, June 14-18, 2010.
Alma Lutheran Ice Cream Social
Friday, July 17
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Serving Home-made Ice Cream, Pies & Bars
Thank you , Dalene Selko and Staci Charles, for your tireless efforts in chairing “Mead Days” to make this annual event a success.
Also thank you to the many volunteers who helped during the event. The residents of the Village of Mead appreciate your dedication and hard work.
MEAD DAYS WINNERS:
Raffle Winner: 1st place: $200 Dave Kunken; 2nd place: $100 Doug Johnson; 3rd place: $50 Larry O’Malley
Sand Volleyball Winner: Keshia Selko, Mike Weber, Kristen Tynon, Brian Weise, Allison Slager
Mud Volleyball Winner: Keshia Selko, Lyle Havelka, Max Boldra, Sara Kenne, Jim Bloom
Chinese Horseshoe Winner: Nate Johnson and Brent Huffman
Horseshoe Winner: Josh Charles and Adam Rasmussen
Beer Pong Winner: Paul Thorson and Justin Kozisek
Iron Man Winner: Brad Schutt
Dog Show: Best Trick:YoYo (Keshia Selko’s dog)
Best Dressed: Brownie (Cali Carritt’s dog)
Most Obedient: Lobo (Motan Grasiana’s dog)
Tractor Pull Winners: Age 4/5: Lane Ballard; Age 6/7: Dalton Bartek; Age 8/9: Gunnar Vanek
Fun Run:We had 69 participants.
0-15 Female: Erin Sutton; Male: Kaleb West
16-30 Female: Carol Miller; Male: John Kern
31-54 Female: Rose Sutton; Male: Brock Angelos
55+ Female: Alice Porta; Male: Roger Pelster
Texas Hold’em Tournament had over 15 participants and three places were awarded: 1st place: Mike Coyle; 2nd place: Patty Hagemann; 3rd place: Dwight Schulz
The weekend started off with great polka music by Lonnie Piitz, DJ, Tippy Cup Challenge and Beer Pong, Chinese horseshoes and fireworks. Saturday began with the fun run with 69 participants. Continued activities were sand volleyball, horseshoes, parade, kid games, Dog Show, youth tractor pull, Iron Man Competition, Magic Show and a great street dance by Mystic Haze sponsored by the Mead Volunteer Fire Department. When Sunday rolled around we continued activities with mud volleyball and Texas Hold’em poker tournament. Sorry to all of the antique tractor pull lovers that we had to postpone due to rain.
Overall the weekend was a huge success for everyone. The Mead Days Committee, Mead Ball Association, Mead Athletic Boosters and Mead Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank everyone for participating. A special thanks to all the volunteers who made this weekend a success. Without your dedication and donations, Mead Days would not be possible. Thanks again and mark your calendars now for next year’s Mead Days, June 18, 19 and 20.
Mead Community Group Tip of the Month
Backyard Pool Safety
Summer time and backyard pools are the place to be when the temperatures heat up! Make sure your kids avoid injury by following some simple safe pool guidelines.
*Keep your pool covered and ladders secured and locked or removed when the pool is not in use.
*Keep rescue equipment by the pool and a portable phone accessible with emergency numbers posted.
*Know CPR just in case.
*If your child is missing, check the pool first!
*Teach kids about the dangers of diving injuries. Never dive into above ground pools, always enter feet first. If you do dive, do it only from the end with the diving board and dive with your hands out in front of you. When sliding, go feet first only!
Information from the Consumer Product Safety Commission Document #5097
MCG Mission: Create an environment to raise healthy families by promoting positive attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Newsletter June 2009
MEAD MESSENGER - June 2009, Volume 5, Issue 6
Village Board of Trustees Meet -
A Regular Meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees was held May 12, 2009 at 6:00 pm at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell & Trustees Halbmaier, Raver & Swanson. Absent was Feldhaus. Also present were Clerk Moline & Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling.
Guests present were Steve Mayfield, Jody Weible, Connie Schliffke, Melissa Konecky, Williams & Judy McEvoy & Mary Vogt.
Mayfield, Chair of the Mead Planning Commission, discussed the commission’s duties.
The McEvoy’s presented a home inspection concern.
Action taken was second reading of Ord. 587, Water/Sewer Deposit Fee for Renters; appoint Bill Thorson to the Planning Commission; reappoint Lowell Divoll & Richard Wielage to the Planning Commission & approved conducting a Community Survey through SENDD. WARA was granted permission to rent the volleyball court for summer leagues at a cost of $100.00. Word was received that Mead Public School students plan to paint “2009 Boys State Basketball Champions” on the street intersection of 4th & Vine; approved employment of a part-time student for the summer through One Stop Solutions Summer Program; heard custodial requests; bridge requirements & resident complaints of Post Office vandalism, uncut grass & mowing grass clippings into the streets.
Walling reported need to submit plan on repair of the old well house to the state by 6/22; maintenance needs at the wellhouse & wastewater plant; plan to repair the park pavilion & future projects. Projects being installation of playground equipment, replacement of culverts, door & window replacement at the Community Bldg, street grading & resident maintenance requests.
Police & Planning Commission reports were reviewed.
The board entered executive session at 7:37 p.m. for custodian’s review. The board returned to regular session at 7:47 p.m. The meeting was adjourned at 7:47 p.m.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SELL PERSONAL PROPERTY
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Mead, Nebraska, have, by Resolution No. 09-07, authorized the sale of the following described personal property, to wit: IOLL Quonset #10 at Mead Bin Site, Konecky Property 25-15-8, Mead, Saunders County, Nebraska with dimensions of 40’ x 100’,pursuant to the following terms and conditions:
1. State intended use for the quonset;2. Sale subject to written approval by a Representative of the Dale and Dorothy Konecky Revocable Trust, owner of property where quonset is located; 3. Minimum bid required of $18,500.00;4. Sealed bids shall be sent or delivered to the Mead Village Office, 312 S. Vine Street, Mead, Nebraska by 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2009.5. Sealed bids will be opened at the Regular Meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2009.
Bill Thorson has been appointed to serve on the Mead Planning Commission. Welcome Bill!
NEW PLAYGROUND READY TO ENJOY!
On Saturday, May 16, the new playground equipment was erected at the park. Thank you to the volunteers for helping with the project: Keith Walling, Brad Osterloh, Cameron Walling, June Moline, Jim Halbmaier and Mike Coyle.
We hope the children enjoy many fun filled years on the equipment. The next park project is the painting of the park benches and picnic tables. If anyone is interested in volunteering to help with this project please let Keith or June know.
RECYCLING IS NOW EASIER THAN EVER
Effective immediately, you will not need to sort out your recycling items. All your recyclable items (paper products including newspaper, magazines/catalogs and phone books, plastics #1 - #7, cardboard, aluminum and tin - NO GLASS) can be put together in the recycling containers provided to the Village of Mead. Separation is no longer required. Waste Connections
FIRE HYDRANTS WILL BE FLUSHED WEDNESDAY MORNINGS, 9:00 - 12:00, MAY 27 and JUNE 3. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
COMMUNITY NEWS by Dalene Selko
The following additional businesses have donated to Mead Days/ Mead Ball Association since last month: Todd Fick, Ken and Linda Sweet, Insulfoam, Wahoo Civic Center, Julie Swanson, 21 Century, Tanning Studio, Mocha K’s, Sunmart, Platte Valley, Window Box, Corner Market, Dairy Queen, Pizza Hut, Bomgaars, Virgl Implement, Zesto, Wahoo Super, Wahoo Heritage Inn, Green Acre Animal Clinic, Wahoo Newspaper, Wahoo Bakery/Locker, Lorsche’s, Lucille’s, Warehouse Surplus, Simons Home Storage, The Hip Chick, and Irma and Marvin Dostal.
We are still taking donations for Mead Days/Mead Ball Association. Checks can be made payable to Mead Days/Mead Ball Association, c/o Dalene Selko, PO Box 64, Mead NE 68041. Prize donations can be dropped off at the Bank of Mead or call Dalene Selko for pickup.
SWIMMING POOL, SPA OR HOT TUB REQUIREMENTS
A reminder that if you plan to erect a pool, spa or hot tub containing 24” of water, a locked fence is required. Please stop by the village office to obtain an application for a Building Permit. The application must be approved by the Mead Planning Commission prior to erection of the pool, spa or hot tub. The next Planning Commission meeting will be held on June 22.
VILLAGE OF MEAD CLEAN UP DAY
Saturday, June 13, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, 312 S. Vine Street (downtown @ village office)
This event is open to Mead residents ONLY! All resident identifications will be checked as well as loads prior to disposal.
Example of permitted items: tires (fee charged), appliances, water heaters, bicycles, batteries, trash, and additional items.
Example of items not permitted: wood, grass clippings, construction refuse and tree limbs.
CHURCH SERVICES
ACommunity-wide Church Service will be held at the Mead Park on June 21 beginning at 10:00 am
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10 9:00 am Worship10:15 am Life Groups
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.5:30 pm Saturday Mass9:30 am Sunday Mass(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.June 7 - Worship at Midland Event Center in Fremont, 10th & Clarkson at 10:00 a.m.June 14—Summer Worship Schedule begins at 9:00 a.m., followed by cookies on the lawn
ALMA LUTHERAN CHURCH BIBLE SCHOOL - JUNE 8 THOUGH 12, 9:00 - NOON!
DO NOT MOW YOUR GRASS CLIPPINGS INTO THE STREET. THE CLIPPINGS CAUSE THE STORM SEWER TO PLUG WHICH IN TURN PREVENTS WATER TO DRAIN PROPERLY FROM THE STREET FOLLOWING RAINFALL.
FREE BREAD
Alma Lutheran Church at 5th and Elm has free Panera bread to share with the community. If you need help stretching your food dollars, drop by for free loaves of bread on the second Saturday of the month between 10 and 11am, or call the church office to make arrangements at 624-3015.
MEAD COMMUNITY FOOD BANK
The Community Food Bank is located at Alma Lutheran Church. If you are in need of food products, please contact Pastor Alena at 624-3015 or Jill Dahl at 624-5010.
Pet licenses were due May 1. If you have not done so, please license your pet today!
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, June 9, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, June 22, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, June 6, 9:30 a.m. Fire & Rescue:
Monday, June 8, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.The year is 1909.
One hundred years ago . . .
The average life expectancy was 47 years.
Only 14 percent of the homes had a bathtub.
Only 8 percent of the homes had a telephone.
There were only 8,000 cars and only 144 miles of paved roads.
The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph.
The average wage in 1909 was 22 cents per hour.
The average worker made between $200 and $400 per year.
More than 95 percent of all births took place at HOME.
Sugar cost four cents a pound.
Coffee was fifteen cents a pound.
Most women only washed their hair once a month, and used Borax or egg yolks for shampoo.
The American flag had 45 stars.
The population of Las Vegas, Nevada, was only 30!
Two out of every 10 adults couldn’t read or write. Only 6 percent of all Americans had graduated from high school.
What a difference a century makes!
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.meadnebraska.org/
Brad Howell, Chairperson; Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee; Jim Halbmaier, Trustee; Ailene Raver, Trustee; Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
An MP3 player was turned into the village office following Garage Sale Day. If you have lost your player, please stop by the village office to identify.
Mead Library News 2009 May by Vera Kuhr, Library Director
Another school year is over and that means that everyone will have time now to pick up a good book. Many children’s titles have been added to complement our Summer Reading program. It has been a busy time getting areas weeded to make room for new titles.
CAUTION: The library has added new DVD’s for checkout. Please see that you handle these with care as they are more fragile than a VCR tape. Patrons will be charged for the cost of the DVD if they come back cracked or missing. The cost for most of them will be at least $20.00 or more. We are trying to make sure we check these when we check them out and when they are returned. If you check out a DVD that is damaged, please notify us AT ONCE.
SUMMER READING: Please read the flyer in this newsletter regarding Summer Reading. Participants must have a current library card from Saunders County and also be current with fines and overdue materials. If you would like to volunteer some time, please call the library. This would not take up too much time and is really a lot of fun.
FINES AND OVERDUES: The Library Board of Trustees will be working on a new policy for collection of fines and charges for materials not returned. Materials returned in the drop box that are overdue have accumulated fines. If you have four books or other materials checked out and they are over due, you will owe $1.00 per piece or $4.00. If you have materials overdue or fines due at this library, you will not be able to check out at another library in Saunders County.
PLEASE keep your record up to date. Out library is more lenient than most with assessing fines. A telephone call will renew materials to stop fines from accumulating.
We have added many new titles and are starting to add new DVD’s to our collection. The Adult Fiction section has been weeded and we hope this will be easier to see titles of interest.
FUTURE SURVEY TO BE CONDUCTED . . .
In the near future the Village of Mead Board of Trustees will be conducting a Community Survey through SENDD. Forms will be distributed, returned to the office and forwarded to SENDD for tallying. It is imperitive that all surveys be completed to the best of the resident’s knowledge and returned.
The survey is being conducted in hopes that the village will qualify for grant funding for future projects.
Again, it is imperitive that surveys be returned with honest responses. All responses shall be kept confidential and will be handled by SENDD (Southeast Nebraska Development District).
Summer Reading
When: June 4, 2009 to July 16, 2009
Where: Mead Public Library
Who For: All children through 6th grade
The program will be divided into two sections:
Crafts: Children 2nd through 6th on Thursday afternoon from 2:30 to 3:30 and for
Children preschool through 1st grade on Saturday morning from 10:00 to 11:00
Reading: All ages through the 6th grade.
Incentives will be handed out when children visit the library and check out reading materials.
Stop in at the library to register. You may register for both programs or for only one.
We encourage all ages (adults included) to read at least one book during the summer vacation.
The library has added many new titles for all ages to entice readers.
We are looking for volunteers to read a short story on Saturday Mornings.
VILLAGE OF MEAD LIBRARY HOURS
TUESDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am & 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm; WEDNESDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am; THURSDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am & 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm; SATURDAY 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Village Board of Trustees Meet -
A Regular Meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees was held May 12, 2009 at 6:00 pm at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell & Trustees Halbmaier, Raver & Swanson. Absent was Feldhaus. Also present were Clerk Moline & Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling.
Guests present were Steve Mayfield, Jody Weible, Connie Schliffke, Melissa Konecky, Williams & Judy McEvoy & Mary Vogt.
Mayfield, Chair of the Mead Planning Commission, discussed the commission’s duties.
The McEvoy’s presented a home inspection concern.
Action taken was second reading of Ord. 587, Water/Sewer Deposit Fee for Renters; appoint Bill Thorson to the Planning Commission; reappoint Lowell Divoll & Richard Wielage to the Planning Commission & approved conducting a Community Survey through SENDD. WARA was granted permission to rent the volleyball court for summer leagues at a cost of $100.00. Word was received that Mead Public School students plan to paint “2009 Boys State Basketball Champions” on the street intersection of 4th & Vine; approved employment of a part-time student for the summer through One Stop Solutions Summer Program; heard custodial requests; bridge requirements & resident complaints of Post Office vandalism, uncut grass & mowing grass clippings into the streets.
Walling reported need to submit plan on repair of the old well house to the state by 6/22; maintenance needs at the wellhouse & wastewater plant; plan to repair the park pavilion & future projects. Projects being installation of playground equipment, replacement of culverts, door & window replacement at the Community Bldg, street grading & resident maintenance requests.
Police & Planning Commission reports were reviewed.
The board entered executive session at 7:37 p.m. for custodian’s review. The board returned to regular session at 7:47 p.m. The meeting was adjourned at 7:47 p.m.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SELL PERSONAL PROPERTY
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Mead, Nebraska, have, by Resolution No. 09-07, authorized the sale of the following described personal property, to wit: IOLL Quonset #10 at Mead Bin Site, Konecky Property 25-15-8, Mead, Saunders County, Nebraska with dimensions of 40’ x 100’,pursuant to the following terms and conditions:
1. State intended use for the quonset;2. Sale subject to written approval by a Representative of the Dale and Dorothy Konecky Revocable Trust, owner of property where quonset is located; 3. Minimum bid required of $18,500.00;4. Sealed bids shall be sent or delivered to the Mead Village Office, 312 S. Vine Street, Mead, Nebraska by 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2009.5. Sealed bids will be opened at the Regular Meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2009.
Bill Thorson has been appointed to serve on the Mead Planning Commission. Welcome Bill!
NEW PLAYGROUND READY TO ENJOY!
On Saturday, May 16, the new playground equipment was erected at the park. Thank you to the volunteers for helping with the project: Keith Walling, Brad Osterloh, Cameron Walling, June Moline, Jim Halbmaier and Mike Coyle.
We hope the children enjoy many fun filled years on the equipment. The next park project is the painting of the park benches and picnic tables. If anyone is interested in volunteering to help with this project please let Keith or June know.
RECYCLING IS NOW EASIER THAN EVER
Effective immediately, you will not need to sort out your recycling items. All your recyclable items (paper products including newspaper, magazines/catalogs and phone books, plastics #1 - #7, cardboard, aluminum and tin - NO GLASS) can be put together in the recycling containers provided to the Village of Mead. Separation is no longer required. Waste Connections
FIRE HYDRANTS WILL BE FLUSHED WEDNESDAY MORNINGS, 9:00 - 12:00, MAY 27 and JUNE 3. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
COMMUNITY NEWS by Dalene Selko
The following additional businesses have donated to Mead Days/ Mead Ball Association since last month: Todd Fick, Ken and Linda Sweet, Insulfoam, Wahoo Civic Center, Julie Swanson, 21 Century, Tanning Studio, Mocha K’s, Sunmart, Platte Valley, Window Box, Corner Market, Dairy Queen, Pizza Hut, Bomgaars, Virgl Implement, Zesto, Wahoo Super, Wahoo Heritage Inn, Green Acre Animal Clinic, Wahoo Newspaper, Wahoo Bakery/Locker, Lorsche’s, Lucille’s, Warehouse Surplus, Simons Home Storage, The Hip Chick, and Irma and Marvin Dostal.
We are still taking donations for Mead Days/Mead Ball Association. Checks can be made payable to Mead Days/Mead Ball Association, c/o Dalene Selko, PO Box 64, Mead NE 68041. Prize donations can be dropped off at the Bank of Mead or call Dalene Selko for pickup.
SWIMMING POOL, SPA OR HOT TUB REQUIREMENTS
A reminder that if you plan to erect a pool, spa or hot tub containing 24” of water, a locked fence is required. Please stop by the village office to obtain an application for a Building Permit. The application must be approved by the Mead Planning Commission prior to erection of the pool, spa or hot tub. The next Planning Commission meeting will be held on June 22.
VILLAGE OF MEAD CLEAN UP DAY
Saturday, June 13, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, 312 S. Vine Street (downtown @ village office)
This event is open to Mead residents ONLY! All resident identifications will be checked as well as loads prior to disposal.
Example of permitted items: tires (fee charged), appliances, water heaters, bicycles, batteries, trash, and additional items.
Example of items not permitted: wood, grass clippings, construction refuse and tree limbs.
CHURCH SERVICES
ACommunity-wide Church Service will be held at the Mead Park on June 21 beginning at 10:00 am
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10 9:00 am Worship10:15 am Life Groups
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.5:30 pm Saturday Mass9:30 am Sunday Mass(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.June 7 - Worship at Midland Event Center in Fremont, 10th & Clarkson at 10:00 a.m.June 14—Summer Worship Schedule begins at 9:00 a.m., followed by cookies on the lawn
ALMA LUTHERAN CHURCH BIBLE SCHOOL - JUNE 8 THOUGH 12, 9:00 - NOON!
DO NOT MOW YOUR GRASS CLIPPINGS INTO THE STREET. THE CLIPPINGS CAUSE THE STORM SEWER TO PLUG WHICH IN TURN PREVENTS WATER TO DRAIN PROPERLY FROM THE STREET FOLLOWING RAINFALL.
FREE BREAD
Alma Lutheran Church at 5th and Elm has free Panera bread to share with the community. If you need help stretching your food dollars, drop by for free loaves of bread on the second Saturday of the month between 10 and 11am, or call the church office to make arrangements at 624-3015.
MEAD COMMUNITY FOOD BANK
The Community Food Bank is located at Alma Lutheran Church. If you are in need of food products, please contact Pastor Alena at 624-3015 or Jill Dahl at 624-5010.
Pet licenses were due May 1. If you have not done so, please license your pet today!
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, June 9, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, June 22, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, June 6, 9:30 a.m. Fire & Rescue:
Monday, June 8, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.The year is 1909.
One hundred years ago . . .
The average life expectancy was 47 years.
Only 14 percent of the homes had a bathtub.
Only 8 percent of the homes had a telephone.
There were only 8,000 cars and only 144 miles of paved roads.
The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph.
The average wage in 1909 was 22 cents per hour.
The average worker made between $200 and $400 per year.
More than 95 percent of all births took place at HOME.
Sugar cost four cents a pound.
Coffee was fifteen cents a pound.
Most women only washed their hair once a month, and used Borax or egg yolks for shampoo.
The American flag had 45 stars.
The population of Las Vegas, Nevada, was only 30!
Two out of every 10 adults couldn’t read or write. Only 6 percent of all Americans had graduated from high school.
What a difference a century makes!
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.meadnebraska.org/
Brad Howell, Chairperson; Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee; Jim Halbmaier, Trustee; Ailene Raver, Trustee; Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
An MP3 player was turned into the village office following Garage Sale Day. If you have lost your player, please stop by the village office to identify.
Mead Library News 2009 May by Vera Kuhr, Library Director
Another school year is over and that means that everyone will have time now to pick up a good book. Many children’s titles have been added to complement our Summer Reading program. It has been a busy time getting areas weeded to make room for new titles.
CAUTION: The library has added new DVD’s for checkout. Please see that you handle these with care as they are more fragile than a VCR tape. Patrons will be charged for the cost of the DVD if they come back cracked or missing. The cost for most of them will be at least $20.00 or more. We are trying to make sure we check these when we check them out and when they are returned. If you check out a DVD that is damaged, please notify us AT ONCE.
SUMMER READING: Please read the flyer in this newsletter regarding Summer Reading. Participants must have a current library card from Saunders County and also be current with fines and overdue materials. If you would like to volunteer some time, please call the library. This would not take up too much time and is really a lot of fun.
FINES AND OVERDUES: The Library Board of Trustees will be working on a new policy for collection of fines and charges for materials not returned. Materials returned in the drop box that are overdue have accumulated fines. If you have four books or other materials checked out and they are over due, you will owe $1.00 per piece or $4.00. If you have materials overdue or fines due at this library, you will not be able to check out at another library in Saunders County.
PLEASE keep your record up to date. Out library is more lenient than most with assessing fines. A telephone call will renew materials to stop fines from accumulating.
We have added many new titles and are starting to add new DVD’s to our collection. The Adult Fiction section has been weeded and we hope this will be easier to see titles of interest.
FUTURE SURVEY TO BE CONDUCTED . . .
In the near future the Village of Mead Board of Trustees will be conducting a Community Survey through SENDD. Forms will be distributed, returned to the office and forwarded to SENDD for tallying. It is imperitive that all surveys be completed to the best of the resident’s knowledge and returned.
The survey is being conducted in hopes that the village will qualify for grant funding for future projects.
Again, it is imperitive that surveys be returned with honest responses. All responses shall be kept confidential and will be handled by SENDD (Southeast Nebraska Development District).
Summer Reading
When: June 4, 2009 to July 16, 2009
Where: Mead Public Library
Who For: All children through 6th grade
The program will be divided into two sections:
Crafts: Children 2nd through 6th on Thursday afternoon from 2:30 to 3:30 and for
Children preschool through 1st grade on Saturday morning from 10:00 to 11:00
Reading: All ages through the 6th grade.
Incentives will be handed out when children visit the library and check out reading materials.
Stop in at the library to register. You may register for both programs or for only one.
We encourage all ages (adults included) to read at least one book during the summer vacation.
The library has added many new titles for all ages to entice readers.
We are looking for volunteers to read a short story on Saturday Mornings.
VILLAGE OF MEAD LIBRARY HOURS
TUESDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am & 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm; WEDNESDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am; THURSDAY 9:00 am - 11:00 am & 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm; SATURDAY 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Monday, April 20, 2009
Newsletter May 2009
MEAD MESSENGER
Village of Mead
May 2009
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees met April 14 at 6:00 p.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell & Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver & Swanson. Also present were Clerk/Treasurer Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling & Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Nick Raver, Mike Coyle, Andy & Jenny Carritt, Burneil Ecklund & Brenda Halbmaier.
SCHEDULED GUESTS: Raver & Coyle stated they were present to represent the Mead Fire Dept. & were interested in hearing the discussion of the new building.
The Carritts’ discussed a drainage concern & right-of-way to use the alley.
Halbmaier, representing the Library Board, presented a list of maintenance concerns at the library.
Ecklund presented a request to complete dirt work along the north boundary line of the dump to allow better drainage on his property. He was permitted to do so at his cost.
Reports were presented by the Police, Clerk & Utilities/Maintenance Departments.
OLD BUSINESS: Third reading and adoption of Ord. 584, Fence Requirements for Qualifying Swimming Pools, Spas & Hot Tubs took place.
NEW BUSINESS: Action was taken to approve new doors & windows at the Community Bldg.; Res. 09-07 Intended Sale of Quonset; Res. 09-08 Loan from the Bank of Mead for $7,500.00 for Playground Equipment; waived three readings & adopted Ord. 585 & 586 Franchise Agreements for Garbage Removal with Quality Disposal & Waste Connections & approved first reading of Ord. 587 Water & Sewer Deposits for Renters. Two delinquent accounts were approved to be written off the books; approved 50% shared cost with Mead Public Schools for a new tennis net; waved rental fee to $50.00 to Roberta Havelka for the Sladek Fundraiser & waived demolition fee & late fee to David Deerson for demolition of buildings. Agreement was reached to have “2009 Boys State Basketball Champions” painted at the intersection of Fourth & Vine Streets.
The board entered executive session at 8:00 p.m. for evaluation of Police Chief.
The board returned to regular session at 8:08 p.m.
The board approved a $500.00 savings bond for Police Chief Carlson in-lieu of wage increase.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES HOLD SPECIAL MEETING
A Special Meeting was held on April 17 at 9:30 a.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell, Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier & Swanson. Absent was Raver. Also present were Clerk Moline & Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling.
Action was taken to approve Intent to Sell Personal Property Guidelines for the quonset.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m.
A Special Meeting was held on April 17 at 9:30 a.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell, Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier & Swanson. Absent was Raver. Also present were Clerk Moline & Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling.
Action was taken to approve Intent to Sell Personal Property Guidelines for the quonset.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m.
Mead Garage Sale Day
Saturday, May 2
9:00 am- 3:00 pm
Maps available at local businesses
Thank you to all who participated in the Annual Mead Pet Clinic on March 28. We appreciate you bringing in your cats and dogs to be vaccinated and purchase pet tags. We thank Dr. Dobesh for volunteering his time to attend the animals.
Thank you to the many supporters and residents who attended the Celebration of the Boys State Basketball Championship on April 4. Thank you to Scott and Cindy Pickworth and Tim and Annette Johnson for organizing this event.
Thank you, Denise Patocka for coordinating the Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 11. Thank you to all who donated toward the event.
The participants enjoyed the opportunity to hunt for the colored eggs!
VILLAGE OF MEAD STORM WARNING PROCEDURES
The Wahoo Sheriff’s office will set off the firemen’s pagers if they receive a watch for this area. The fire siren will go up and down a few times. This is only to alert the fire department to be on the watch. It is also a good idea to keep tuned to a local TV channel / radio station if we are in a watch area.
If a funnel is actually spotted, they will blow a steady blast on the siren. This is your signal to take cover at once. For those residents or businesses without basements, go to the Alma Lutheran Church basement, 219 West 5th Street. A fireman will have the doors open if we are in a storm warning.
Notice to Dog and Cat Owners
All dogs and cats are to be licensed by May 1. This applies to homeowners residing within village limits. A warning will be issued to the owner for a first offense if their dog is caught running at large. A second offense will force impoundment of the dog at Green Acre Animal Clinic.
Please keep all dogs on your property and on leash while off property. You are also required to clean up pet waste while walking your pet off of your personal property.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SELL PERSONAL PROPERTY
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Mead, Nebraska, have, by Resolution No. 09-07, authorized the sale of the following described personal property, to wit: IOLL Quonset #10 at Mead Bin Site, Konecky Property 25-15-8, Mead, Saunders County, Nebraska with dimensions of 40’ x 100’,
pursuant to the following terms and conditions:
1. State intended use for the quonset;
2. Sale subject to written approval by a Representative of the Dale and Dorothy Konecky Revocable Trust, owner of property where quonset is located;
3. Minimum bid required of $18,500.00;
4. Sealed bids shall be sent or delivered to the Mead Village Office, 312 S. Vine Street, Mead, Nebraska by 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2009.
5. Sealed bids will be opened at the Regular Meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2009.
VILLAGE OF MEAD, NEBRASKA
BY: June Moline, Its Clerk
Continued Education Regarding Cross Connections . . .
What case was reported involving a commercial building?
Much to the surprise of the customers of a bank in Atlanta, Georgia they saw yellow water flowing from drinking fountains and green ice rolling out of cafeteria dispensing machines.
It was later reported that a pump, used for the air conditioning system, burned out; and a maintenance man, unaware of the danger, connected the system to another pump used for potable water. The result caused large doses of bichromate of soda to be forced into the potable water supply, causing the dramatic appearance of yellow water and colored ice cubes.
Are there any cases involving outside processing activities?
Yes, a case occurred in a gravel pit operation in Illinois. A pump was used in the processing operation supplying 100 lbs. of pressure. Contaminated water was forced back through an unprotected “prime line” overcoming the city water pressure of 45 lbs. The contaminated water entered the city main and was channeled into a nearby bottling plant. This probably would have gone undetected except that personnel in the bottling plant noticed that the water was not only dirty but was warm. City officials were immediately called which led to the discovery of the reverse flow from the gravel pit operation.
Mead Days
June 18, 19 & 20
Watch for scheduled events!
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER NEEDED
The Village of Mead is in need of someone to serve a three-year term on the Mead Planning Commission.
Must reside within corporate limits
Willing to learn zoning regulations
Concerned about the community
Please contact the Village Office, 624-2495, a member of the Board of Trustees, or a member of the Planning Commission if you are interested in serving your community.
CHURCH SERVICES
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
8:30 am Casual Worship (spoken service, no music)
9:15 am Children’s Choir/Sunday School/Adult Forum
10:45 am Festive Worship (with music)
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
Village Office Closed Monday, May 25, Memorial Day.
The Village of Mead is looking for volunteers to help paint the park benches and picnic tables. Youth, if you are interested in Community Service hours, this is a great opportunity. Please contact the village office or a Trustee.
BUILDING GUIDELINES for Village and one-mile extraterritorial residents . . .
Prior to beginning a construction or fencing project, please be aware that an APPLICATION FOR A BUILDING PERMIT must be approved by the Mead Planning Commission. The Planning Commission meets at 7:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month, excluding December.
Construction items excluded are accessory buildings less than 150 sq. ft., residential sidewalks and driveways. An application must also be approved by the Commission if you are planning to relocate or demolish a building.
If action is taken prior to the approval of the Building Permit, the fee will be doubled.
You are also required to contact Digger’s Hotline prior to disturbing soil. The telephone number is 800-331-5666 or 811. A timeline must be followed to allow utilities to be located.
NEW RESTRICTIONS FOR SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS OR HOT TUBS
Please be aware that Ord. No. 584 was adopted by the Board of Trustees on April 14.
11-408 SWIMMING POOLS. The perimeter of all pools, spas, or hot tubs containing at least twenty-four (24”) inches of water, constructed within the zoning jurisdiction of the Village of Mead, Nebraska, shall be constructed in compliance with the Uniform Building Code as adopted by the Village of Mead. In addition, the above-mentioned pools, spas, or hot tubs must be enclosed at ground level by a fence with a minimum height of four (4’) feet and a maximum height of six (6’) feet. There shall be no opening in the fence that permits passage of an object four (4”) inches in diameter or larger. All gates must have locking hardware to prevent access when not in use. Draining of said swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs must not be onto adjoining property. There shall be no draining of said swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs into the sanitary sewer of the Village. Drainage may be permitted into the storm sewer provided the chemicals contained in the said swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs are first diluted. All chemicals for said swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs must be stored in a secure area.
Therefore, if you plan to erect a pool, spa, or hot tub containing twenty-four (24”) inches of water please do accordingly as you must erect a fence. Fences must be approved by the Mead Planning Commission. The Planning Commission meets the fourth Monday of the month. The May meeting will be held May 18th as the 25th is a holiday. You need to complete an Application for a Building Permit prior to having the item placed on the agenda.
MEAD PARK GETTING NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
Keith has been busy digging the footings for the new playground equipment. We are hoping to have the equipment installed by the middle of May. The equipment is designed for ages toddler through age 12.
We hope the children will find many years of enjoyment on the new equipment.
COMMUNITY NEWS
by Dalene Selko
SPECIAL THANKS . . . .
A special thanks to the Carritt family for their hard work and dedication in putting together another great Alumni Basketball Tournament. It was fun to see so many participants. Also, thanks to Keshia Selko for organizing the girls basketball game. Thanks to all participants for participating. A special thanks to Peggy Wimer for working the concession stand. The weekend was a great fundraiser for the Mead Boosters.
MEAD DAYS . . . .
The Mead Ball Association and Mead Days Committee is asking for donations for the 2009 year. Donations can be dropped off or mailed to Dalene Selko, Mead Ball/Mead Days, PO Box 64, Mead, NE 68041. Donations can be Bingo prizes or cash. Thanks to the following businesses who have already donated: AWS, Farmers Mutual Insurance, Konecky Oil, Mead Cattle Company, Zima Ag Equipment, Kaspar Tree Farms, Bank of Mead, Saunders County, Village of Mead, Marilyn Benal and Mead Signs.
MEAD BALL ASSOCIATION . . . .
Reminder: Mead Ball Association player fees are due. If you are under eight years old, you owe $30, over eight $40. If you have not registered and still want to play, contact Dalene Selko at the Bank of Mead. Payments may be dropped off at the Bank of Mead. Baseball and softball games are underway. We have eight teams this year. Stop by and cheer for our Mead players.
Who's the Party For?
It's time to celebrate! Kids are graduating and that is a perfect reason for a party! As you plan your graduation celebration, think about this... Will you be serving alcoholic beverages? What message is this sending to our kids that aren't of legal age yet? Do we always need alcohol to have a good time and toast our accomplishments? .....a difficult question, but one we need to ask ourselves.
In addition, it is against the law. In the state of Nebraska, any person who knowingly allows consumption of alcohol on their property by minors can be held criminally liable to hosting, even if they did not provide the alcohol. There is no "safe" place for minors to consume alcohol, including your own home.
Call the MIP Hotline 1-866-393-4445 (anonymous) if you know of a party where minors will be drinking alcohol, have the names of people who provide drugs or alcohol to minors, or know of stores that sell tobacco or alcohol to underage youth.
Healthy Family Tip of the Month, brought to you by the Mead Community Group
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
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Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, May 12, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, May 18, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, May 2, 9:30 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, May 11, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
I believe that friends are quiet angels who sit on our shoulders and lift our wings when we forget how to fly. -Unknown
Village of Mead Clean Up Day
Saturday, June 13
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
312 South Vine St. (downtown in front of the Village Office)
PERMITTED ITEMS
Tires Appliances Water Heaters Bicycles Batteries Trash Additional Items
ITEMS NOT PERMITTED
Wood Grass Clippings Construction Refuse Tree Limbs
This event is open to persons residing within the Village of Mead city limits ONLY! Members of the Board of Trustees will be present to check resident identification and check loads prior to disposal. If you are not a resident, you will be turned away! This is your opportunity to dispose of your unwanted items!
All “junk vehicles” are required to be placed out of sight on one’s property from public view or completely tarped. If this is not a possibility, please dispose of the vehicle.
We are asking that all yards be cleaned as unkept property will be sited by village police. Yards are required to be mowed, weeds removed and no grass clippings are to be spilled onto village streets.
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
MEAD’S ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT—
We had a beautiful day to celebrate our Annual Village Easter-Egg Hunt on April 11th 2009. Despite having to postpone by one week due to the weather, we still had over 100 kids attend. Everyone left with candy in their baskets and prize in their hand and a smile on their face!
I would like to thank the generosity of the following companies and people for their continued support of the Mead Easter-Egg Hunt.
Cash Donations: Villae of Mead Board of Trustees, Mead Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department, Doug & Jeanette Johnson, Friends of the Mead Library, Bank of Mead
Candy Donations: Wahoo Warehouse Surplus, Mead Signs, Todd Valley Farms
Gifts: AAA Electric, Connie's Style Salon, WARA, Mead Signs
Volunteers: Connie Weiss & Class, Sara Caccavari, Jenny Carritt, Staci Charles, Jordan Schliffke, Devynn Patocka, Miranda Charles, Leticia Jocoba
I am thrilled that it continues to be successful for the young people of our community and I am filled with gratitude for all that you do!
Thanks Again,
Denise Patocka
Chairperson
Village of Mead
May 2009
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees met April 14 at 6:00 p.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell & Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier, Raver & Swanson. Also present were Clerk/Treasurer Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling & Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Nick Raver, Mike Coyle, Andy & Jenny Carritt, Burneil Ecklund & Brenda Halbmaier.
SCHEDULED GUESTS: Raver & Coyle stated they were present to represent the Mead Fire Dept. & were interested in hearing the discussion of the new building.
The Carritts’ discussed a drainage concern & right-of-way to use the alley.
Halbmaier, representing the Library Board, presented a list of maintenance concerns at the library.
Ecklund presented a request to complete dirt work along the north boundary line of the dump to allow better drainage on his property. He was permitted to do so at his cost.
Reports were presented by the Police, Clerk & Utilities/Maintenance Departments.
OLD BUSINESS: Third reading and adoption of Ord. 584, Fence Requirements for Qualifying Swimming Pools, Spas & Hot Tubs took place.
NEW BUSINESS: Action was taken to approve new doors & windows at the Community Bldg.; Res. 09-07 Intended Sale of Quonset; Res. 09-08 Loan from the Bank of Mead for $7,500.00 for Playground Equipment; waived three readings & adopted Ord. 585 & 586 Franchise Agreements for Garbage Removal with Quality Disposal & Waste Connections & approved first reading of Ord. 587 Water & Sewer Deposits for Renters. Two delinquent accounts were approved to be written off the books; approved 50% shared cost with Mead Public Schools for a new tennis net; waved rental fee to $50.00 to Roberta Havelka for the Sladek Fundraiser & waived demolition fee & late fee to David Deerson for demolition of buildings. Agreement was reached to have “2009 Boys State Basketball Champions” painted at the intersection of Fourth & Vine Streets.
The board entered executive session at 8:00 p.m. for evaluation of Police Chief.
The board returned to regular session at 8:08 p.m.
The board approved a $500.00 savings bond for Police Chief Carlson in-lieu of wage increase.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES HOLD SPECIAL MEETING
A Special Meeting was held on April 17 at 9:30 a.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell, Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier & Swanson. Absent was Raver. Also present were Clerk Moline & Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling.
Action was taken to approve Intent to Sell Personal Property Guidelines for the quonset.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m.
A Special Meeting was held on April 17 at 9:30 a.m. at the Village Office. Present were Chairman Howell, Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier & Swanson. Absent was Raver. Also present were Clerk Moline & Utilities/Maintenance Supt. Walling.
Action was taken to approve Intent to Sell Personal Property Guidelines for the quonset.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m.
Mead Garage Sale Day
Saturday, May 2
9:00 am- 3:00 pm
Maps available at local businesses
Thank you to all who participated in the Annual Mead Pet Clinic on March 28. We appreciate you bringing in your cats and dogs to be vaccinated and purchase pet tags. We thank Dr. Dobesh for volunteering his time to attend the animals.
Thank you to the many supporters and residents who attended the Celebration of the Boys State Basketball Championship on April 4. Thank you to Scott and Cindy Pickworth and Tim and Annette Johnson for organizing this event.
Thank you, Denise Patocka for coordinating the Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 11. Thank you to all who donated toward the event.
The participants enjoyed the opportunity to hunt for the colored eggs!
VILLAGE OF MEAD STORM WARNING PROCEDURES
The Wahoo Sheriff’s office will set off the firemen’s pagers if they receive a watch for this area. The fire siren will go up and down a few times. This is only to alert the fire department to be on the watch. It is also a good idea to keep tuned to a local TV channel / radio station if we are in a watch area.
If a funnel is actually spotted, they will blow a steady blast on the siren. This is your signal to take cover at once. For those residents or businesses without basements, go to the Alma Lutheran Church basement, 219 West 5th Street. A fireman will have the doors open if we are in a storm warning.
Notice to Dog and Cat Owners
All dogs and cats are to be licensed by May 1. This applies to homeowners residing within village limits. A warning will be issued to the owner for a first offense if their dog is caught running at large. A second offense will force impoundment of the dog at Green Acre Animal Clinic.
Please keep all dogs on your property and on leash while off property. You are also required to clean up pet waste while walking your pet off of your personal property.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SELL PERSONAL PROPERTY
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Village of Mead, Nebraska, have, by Resolution No. 09-07, authorized the sale of the following described personal property, to wit: IOLL Quonset #10 at Mead Bin Site, Konecky Property 25-15-8, Mead, Saunders County, Nebraska with dimensions of 40’ x 100’,
pursuant to the following terms and conditions:
1. State intended use for the quonset;
2. Sale subject to written approval by a Representative of the Dale and Dorothy Konecky Revocable Trust, owner of property where quonset is located;
3. Minimum bid required of $18,500.00;
4. Sealed bids shall be sent or delivered to the Mead Village Office, 312 S. Vine Street, Mead, Nebraska by 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2009.
5. Sealed bids will be opened at the Regular Meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2009.
VILLAGE OF MEAD, NEBRASKA
BY: June Moline, Its Clerk
Continued Education Regarding Cross Connections . . .
What case was reported involving a commercial building?
Much to the surprise of the customers of a bank in Atlanta, Georgia they saw yellow water flowing from drinking fountains and green ice rolling out of cafeteria dispensing machines.
It was later reported that a pump, used for the air conditioning system, burned out; and a maintenance man, unaware of the danger, connected the system to another pump used for potable water. The result caused large doses of bichromate of soda to be forced into the potable water supply, causing the dramatic appearance of yellow water and colored ice cubes.
Are there any cases involving outside processing activities?
Yes, a case occurred in a gravel pit operation in Illinois. A pump was used in the processing operation supplying 100 lbs. of pressure. Contaminated water was forced back through an unprotected “prime line” overcoming the city water pressure of 45 lbs. The contaminated water entered the city main and was channeled into a nearby bottling plant. This probably would have gone undetected except that personnel in the bottling plant noticed that the water was not only dirty but was warm. City officials were immediately called which led to the discovery of the reverse flow from the gravel pit operation.
Mead Days
June 18, 19 & 20
Watch for scheduled events!
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER NEEDED
The Village of Mead is in need of someone to serve a three-year term on the Mead Planning Commission.
Must reside within corporate limits
Willing to learn zoning regulations
Concerned about the community
Please contact the Village Office, 624-2495, a member of the Board of Trustees, or a member of the Planning Commission if you are interested in serving your community.
CHURCH SERVICES
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
8:30 am Casual Worship (spoken service, no music)
9:15 am Children’s Choir/Sunday School/Adult Forum
10:45 am Festive Worship (with music)
MEAD COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Worship
10:15 am Life Groups
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:30 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
Village Office Closed Monday, May 25, Memorial Day.
The Village of Mead is looking for volunteers to help paint the park benches and picnic tables. Youth, if you are interested in Community Service hours, this is a great opportunity. Please contact the village office or a Trustee.
BUILDING GUIDELINES for Village and one-mile extraterritorial residents . . .
Prior to beginning a construction or fencing project, please be aware that an APPLICATION FOR A BUILDING PERMIT must be approved by the Mead Planning Commission. The Planning Commission meets at 7:30 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month, excluding December.
Construction items excluded are accessory buildings less than 150 sq. ft., residential sidewalks and driveways. An application must also be approved by the Commission if you are planning to relocate or demolish a building.
If action is taken prior to the approval of the Building Permit, the fee will be doubled.
You are also required to contact Digger’s Hotline prior to disturbing soil. The telephone number is 800-331-5666 or 811. A timeline must be followed to allow utilities to be located.
NEW RESTRICTIONS FOR SWIMMING POOLS, SPAS OR HOT TUBS
Please be aware that Ord. No. 584 was adopted by the Board of Trustees on April 14.
11-408 SWIMMING POOLS. The perimeter of all pools, spas, or hot tubs containing at least twenty-four (24”) inches of water, constructed within the zoning jurisdiction of the Village of Mead, Nebraska, shall be constructed in compliance with the Uniform Building Code as adopted by the Village of Mead. In addition, the above-mentioned pools, spas, or hot tubs must be enclosed at ground level by a fence with a minimum height of four (4’) feet and a maximum height of six (6’) feet. There shall be no opening in the fence that permits passage of an object four (4”) inches in diameter or larger. All gates must have locking hardware to prevent access when not in use. Draining of said swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs must not be onto adjoining property. There shall be no draining of said swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs into the sanitary sewer of the Village. Drainage may be permitted into the storm sewer provided the chemicals contained in the said swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs are first diluted. All chemicals for said swimming pools, spas, or hot tubs must be stored in a secure area.
Therefore, if you plan to erect a pool, spa, or hot tub containing twenty-four (24”) inches of water please do accordingly as you must erect a fence. Fences must be approved by the Mead Planning Commission. The Planning Commission meets the fourth Monday of the month. The May meeting will be held May 18th as the 25th is a holiday. You need to complete an Application for a Building Permit prior to having the item placed on the agenda.
MEAD PARK GETTING NEW PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
Keith has been busy digging the footings for the new playground equipment. We are hoping to have the equipment installed by the middle of May. The equipment is designed for ages toddler through age 12.
We hope the children will find many years of enjoyment on the new equipment.
COMMUNITY NEWS
by Dalene Selko
SPECIAL THANKS . . . .
A special thanks to the Carritt family for their hard work and dedication in putting together another great Alumni Basketball Tournament. It was fun to see so many participants. Also, thanks to Keshia Selko for organizing the girls basketball game. Thanks to all participants for participating. A special thanks to Peggy Wimer for working the concession stand. The weekend was a great fundraiser for the Mead Boosters.
MEAD DAYS . . . .
The Mead Ball Association and Mead Days Committee is asking for donations for the 2009 year. Donations can be dropped off or mailed to Dalene Selko, Mead Ball/Mead Days, PO Box 64, Mead, NE 68041. Donations can be Bingo prizes or cash. Thanks to the following businesses who have already donated: AWS, Farmers Mutual Insurance, Konecky Oil, Mead Cattle Company, Zima Ag Equipment, Kaspar Tree Farms, Bank of Mead, Saunders County, Village of Mead, Marilyn Benal and Mead Signs.
MEAD BALL ASSOCIATION . . . .
Reminder: Mead Ball Association player fees are due. If you are under eight years old, you owe $30, over eight $40. If you have not registered and still want to play, contact Dalene Selko at the Bank of Mead. Payments may be dropped off at the Bank of Mead. Baseball and softball games are underway. We have eight teams this year. Stop by and cheer for our Mead players.
Who's the Party For?
It's time to celebrate! Kids are graduating and that is a perfect reason for a party! As you plan your graduation celebration, think about this... Will you be serving alcoholic beverages? What message is this sending to our kids that aren't of legal age yet? Do we always need alcohol to have a good time and toast our accomplishments? .....a difficult question, but one we need to ask ourselves.
In addition, it is against the law. In the state of Nebraska, any person who knowingly allows consumption of alcohol on their property by minors can be held criminally liable to hosting, even if they did not provide the alcohol. There is no "safe" place for minors to consume alcohol, including your own home.
Call the MIP Hotline 1-866-393-4445 (anonymous) if you know of a party where minors will be drinking alcohol, have the names of people who provide drugs or alcohol to minors, or know of stores that sell tobacco or alcohol to underage youth.
Healthy Family Tip of the Month, brought to you by the Mead Community Group
VILLAGE OF MEAD
312 S. Vine St., P.O. Box 46
Mead, NE 68041-0046
Phone: (402) 624-2495
Fax: (402) 624-2024
E-mail: meadclerk1@hotmail.com
Web: www.meadnebraska.org
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Brad Howell, Chairperson
Bobbie Feldhaus, Trustee
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Ailene Raver, Trustee
Dick Swanson, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Keith Walling, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 227-5150
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, May 12, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, May 18, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Saturday, May 2, 9:30 a.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, May 11, 8:00 p.m.
The Village Board and Planning Commission meet at the Village Office, Library Board at the Library and the Fire Department at the Fire Hall.
I believe that friends are quiet angels who sit on our shoulders and lift our wings when we forget how to fly. -Unknown
Village of Mead Clean Up Day
Saturday, June 13
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
312 South Vine St. (downtown in front of the Village Office)
PERMITTED ITEMS
Tires Appliances Water Heaters Bicycles Batteries Trash Additional Items
ITEMS NOT PERMITTED
Wood Grass Clippings Construction Refuse Tree Limbs
This event is open to persons residing within the Village of Mead city limits ONLY! Members of the Board of Trustees will be present to check resident identification and check loads prior to disposal. If you are not a resident, you will be turned away! This is your opportunity to dispose of your unwanted items!
All “junk vehicles” are required to be placed out of sight on one’s property from public view or completely tarped. If this is not a possibility, please dispose of the vehicle.
We are asking that all yards be cleaned as unkept property will be sited by village police. Yards are required to be mowed, weeds removed and no grass clippings are to be spilled onto village streets.
Village of Mead Board of Trustees
MEAD’S ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT—
We had a beautiful day to celebrate our Annual Village Easter-Egg Hunt on April 11th 2009. Despite having to postpone by one week due to the weather, we still had over 100 kids attend. Everyone left with candy in their baskets and prize in their hand and a smile on their face!
I would like to thank the generosity of the following companies and people for their continued support of the Mead Easter-Egg Hunt.
Cash Donations: Villae of Mead Board of Trustees, Mead Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department, Doug & Jeanette Johnson, Friends of the Mead Library, Bank of Mead
Candy Donations: Wahoo Warehouse Surplus, Mead Signs, Todd Valley Farms
Gifts: AAA Electric, Connie's Style Salon, WARA, Mead Signs
Volunteers: Connie Weiss & Class, Sara Caccavari, Jenny Carritt, Staci Charles, Jordan Schliffke, Devynn Patocka, Miranda Charles, Leticia Jocoba
I am thrilled that it continues to be successful for the young people of our community and I am filled with gratitude for all that you do!
Thanks Again,
Denise Patocka
Chairperson
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