Village of Mead
MEAD MESSENGER
JULY 2011Volume 8, Issue 7
Village of Mead Board of Trustees Meet June 14th
A regular meeting of the Mead Board of Trustees was held June 14 at 6:00 am at the Village Office. Present were Chair A. Raver, Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller and Wielage. Also present were Clerk Moline and Utility/Maintenance Supt. N. Raver. Guest present was Tim Adams.
Tim Adams, JEO, presented the Final Report on the Water Study. Several alternatives were discussed. Alternatives being: construct well northeast of village, construct well and water treatment plant near existing north well, connect to LPNNRD or City of Wahoo water system, construct new elevated water storage tank, install and replace distribution system valves and hydrants and improve water mains. Action was taken to accept the Water Study Report and pursue funding from state and federal sources for a water project.
Utility/Maintenance Supt. Report: N. Raver reported quarterly back-up well violation, meter maintenance, rock on streets and requested alleys and work list for Mead Day. Volunteers have cleaned and replanted flowers at the island located at the north entrance into Mead.
Police Report: A written report was read from Chief Carlson. Discussion was held on patrol hours.
Clerk Report: Moline reported meters in need of repair, Mayor/Council Forum in Fremont on July 21, notification of a $100 award from Saunders Co. Lodging Tax for the Easter Egg Hunt and 61 pet licenses sold to date. Accountant will be here on July 19 to review books and seek knowledge for the upcoming fiscal year budget.
The Attorney opinion regarding C & L lots was presented and concerns were expressed regarding Saturday dump hours. Action was taken to retain current wages of Water Supervisor Frey and Sewer Supervisor Haag as is with no evaluation completed. Motion carried 5-0.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, July 12, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission: Monday, July 25, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Wednesday, July 13, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, July 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.
Notice of a $100.00 grant supported by Saunders County Lodging Tax was received from Saunders County Visitors Promotion and Improvement Committee for the 2011 Easter Egg Hunt. The dollars will be passed on to the Easter Egg Hunt chair in support of the annual event.
Village Office Closed July 4
THANK YOU!
Thank you to the volunteers for cleaning and replanting flowers at the island located at the north entrance into Mead. Volunteers were Jeannette and Doug Johnson, Mary and Riley Mayfield, Roxanne Schnell and Dillon Drews. Your efforts are appreciated!
MEAD DAYS A SUCCESS THANKS TO HARD WORK OF VOLUNTEERS
Thank you to Dalene Selko and Staci Charles for all of their hard work with the Mead Days Celebration. The annual fundraiser could not happen without Dalene and Staci’s planning and guidance. The hours of work and support provided by you and your volunteers is most appreciated. The event was a lot of fun and a success.
HAPPY JULY 4TH
Church Services
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month (spoken)
10:30 am - all other Sundays
PANERA BREAD - July 9, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
EVANGELICAL COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Coffee & visiting
10:00 am Worship service (grade school age children dismissed for Kids Alive @ 10:30, nursery available during service)
PRIMETIMER’S - July 14, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Weekly Schedule
Tuesday
7:00 pm Men’s Study
Wednesday
6:00 pm Dinner 4 Change (free to everyone)
7:00 pm Life Group / Bible Study (answers to tough questions of the Bible)
7:00 pm Jr./Sr. High Youth Group
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
Weekly Schedule
7:00 am Daily Mass - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
5:30 pm Daily Mass - Tuesday
8:00 am Daily Mass - Saturday
Mead Community Group
Forty Developmental Assets Tip of the Month
Positive Values – Young people need to develop strong values that guide their choices.
Asset #26 Caring – Kids place a high value on helping other people. Regularly spend family time helping others. Volunteer at your local food pantry, at shelters or soup kitchens for homeless people, at nursing homes. It is tremendously inspiring for kids to see their parents helping others and to know they can make a difference too. Establish an atmosphere of mutual caring and helpfulness within your home by showing care and concern for your neighbors.
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.net
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Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
VILLAGE TIDBITS . . .
Just a reminder that all water/sewer bills are due on the 15th of each month. A late fee of $10.00 will be added to all bills not received by 9:00 am on the 16th. Thereafter, you have ten days to pay the bill or the meter will be shut off. The cost is $50.00 to have the meter turned on or $65.00 for non regular working hours of the utility superintendent. If you have an account with the Bank of Mead, you can have your payment automatically withdrawn from your account the 15th of every month. All that’s required is that you complete a form available from the village clerk to allow the monthly withdrawal.
Please be aware that prior to beginning a building project, you must complete a Building Permit application. The application is then reviewed by the Mead Planning Commission for approval. If a construction project is started prior to the approval, the building permit fee is doubled. The Planning Commission meets the fourth Monday of the month, excluding December, at 7:30 p.m. at the village office. A permit must also be approved to demolish a building. You do not need to seek a building permit for a temporary dog kennel or concrete construction. Fences require permits. Fences with locks are required to enclose all swimming pools, hot tubs and spas containing greater than 18” of water.
All items must be placed on the agendas for meetings of the Board of Trustees and Planning Commission 24 hours prior to the meetings.
The dump is open Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Items allowed ONLY are weeds, tree branches, grass clippings and leaves. All items are to be unbagged. Approved metal items may be dumped during regular dump hours. A dump fee of $2.00 is to be paid to the dumpmaster at the time of the disposal.
Please do not mow your grass clippings into the street. They clog the drain system that cause the streets to flood during rainfall.
The Water Study was recently completed with recommendations being made by village engineers, JEO Consulting Group. Ongoing projects supported by CDBG and village funding are the Street Study and Wastewater Study.
If you have any suggestions, concerns or questions, please contact a village employee or a member of the Board of Trustees.
Enjoy your summer!
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RESULTS OF MEAD DAYS 2011
Raffle Winners: 1st Place $200: Jeff Frahm, 2nd Place $100: Boyd Siniard, 3rd Place $50: Justine Ewan. Wyatt Winn sold the most tickets for the Ball Association and his team also won a picnic.
Sand Volleyball Winners:
Rec League: Devynn Patocka, Billy Mayer, Miranda Charles and Justin Harms
Competitive League: Katie Woplert, Rachael Jensen, Christian Hornbaker and Matthew Nelson
Mud Volleyball Winner: Carley Anderson, Richard Anderson, Stephanie Freitag and Derek Walbridge
Chinese Horseshoe Winners: Ed and Amy Prohaska
Horseshoe Winners: Tim Peterson and Andy ?
Beer Pong Winners: Josh Charles and Alex Carritt
Whiffle Ball Winners: Alex Carritt, Jordan Moline, Nate Raver, Eric Johnson (coaches Josh Charles and Jordan Schliffke)
Tractor Pull Winners: We had 18 participants.
Age 4/5: Chris Hanson
Age 6/7: AJ Carritt
Age 8/9 : Gunnar Banek
Fun Run:We had 55 participants. We had runners from Mead, Wahoo, Lincoln, Columbus, Omaha and South Dakota.
0-15 Female: Alyson Stuart, Male: Matthew Callahan
16-30 Female: Carol Miller, Male: Nick Beare
31-54 Female: Rose Sutton, Male: Brock Angelos
55+ Female: Connie Williams, Male: Ron Dobesh
Texas Hold’em Tournament had eight participants with top four places awarded.
1st Place: Mike Coyle, 2nd Place: Derek Kellams, 3rd Place: Shawn Havelka and 4th Place: Dwight Schulz.
The weekend kicked off with great Polka Music by Dean Hansen, DJ by Ronnie Menicucci, Hawaiian Dancers and 28 teams for Beer Pong Tournament and Chinese Horseshoes. Fireworks were delayed until Saturday evening due to the rain. Mary Vogt was the winner of the Russ Party Hour Bus drawing for her favorite Mead Days memory. Saturday began with the Fun Run with 55 participants. Continued activities were Sand Co-ed Rec and Competitive Volleyball, Horseshoes, Parade, Kid Games, Kids Treasure Hunt, Movies sponsored by Mead Community Group, Hula Hoop Competitions throughout the day, Youth Tractor Pull, Lil Raider Dance Performance, Whiffle Ball Tournament, Variety Show by Flying Debris, DJ Music by Cody Heinke and a great Street Dance by Haywood Wakefield, sponsored by Mead Volunteer Fire Department. When Sunday rolled around we continued activities with Mud Volleyball and Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament. Due to the rain on Friday evening and Saturday morning, we were unable to have the Antique Tractor Pull.
Overall the weekend was a huge success for everyone. We had visitors from several towns and even one from Germany, who won a free T-shirt for traveling the greatest distance to attend Mead Days. 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 15-17, 2012.
A BIG, BIG THANKS TO ALL THAT DONATED TO MEAD DAYS 2011
Gold Donors $100.00 +
21st Century Builders, AWS, Bank of Mead, Big Rig Truck Accessories, Jerry & Staci Charles Family, Charles Surveying, L.L.C., Complete Mud Jacking – Brad Osterloh, Country Store, Dean Hansen, Dan & Roberta Havelka, Cody Heinke – Sound System, Insulfoam, Doug & Jeannette Johnson, Kid’s Corner Daycare, Konecky Oil, Mead Cattle Company, Mead Community Group, Mead Signs, Ronnie & Kim Mennicucci, Miller Lawn Service, Kenny & Judy Nunn, Doug & Denise Patocka Family, Russ Petersen – Russ Bus, Platte Valley Implement, P.J. & Lesha Quinn, Raider Nation Auto-Plex LLC, Rusty Rooster, Saunders County Development, Dalene Selko – Mary Kay, Subbert Well Service, Todd Valley Farms, Village of Mead, Stuart Way, Wahoo Area Recreation Association
Silver Donors - $50.00 - $99.00
Alma Lutheran Church, Aaron & Kari Carritt Family, Country Drive Golf Course, Cubby’s, Todd Fick
Bronze Donors $49.00 and Under
Bomgaars, Cookies N Cream, Corky & Vicky Charles, Corner Marker, Creative Hairworks, Dairy Queen, Dale Nygren Welding, DJ Hair, Dos Margaritas, Edward Jones, Great Western Bank, Green Acres, Hairstudio – Judy Rasmus, Jeris’ Café, Loerch’s Jewelry & Gifts, Lucille’s Gift Shop, Main Street Style, Matan Welding, Mead Volleyball, Mocha K’s, Pelster Construction, Pizza Hut, St. James Church, Simon’s Antiques, Sunmart, Kent & Linda Sweet, Tanning Studio, The Window Box, Virgl Implement, Wahoo Auto Parts, Wahoo Heritage Inn, Wahoo Locker & Bakery, Wahoo Newspaper, Wahoo Pharmacy, Wahoo State Bank, Wahoo Super, Zesto’s Ice Cream
Monday, June 20, 2011
Friday, May 20, 2011
Newsletter June 2011
Village of Mead
MEAD MESSENGER
June 2011
Volume 8, Issue 6
Village of Mead Board of Trustees Meet May 10th
A regular meeting of the Mead Board of Trustees was held May 10 at 6:00 p.m. at the Village Office. Present were: Chairperson A. Raver, Trustees Halbmaier & Miller. Absent were Mayfield & Wielage. Also present were Clerk Moline & Supt. N. Raver & guests Tim Adams, Terry Meier, Dennis Berry & Marv & Irma Dostal.
Action was taken to adopt Rule of Order for Consent Agenda, rescind motion to deny Bldg. Permit 11-03 from the 4/12 meeting, amend motion to approve 3/28 Planning Commission minutes from the 4/12 meeting, reappointed Jody Weible & Dennis Berry to the Planning Commission, allowed Windstream to place buried communications cable at 1st & Oak Sts., waived 3 readings of Ord. 616 & adopted Ord. 616 to amend Chapter 6, Article 3, Section 6-314; Definitions, Sex Offender. An Interlocal Agreement with the City of Wahoo to spray mosquitoes was approved. Discussion was held on maintenance of the island at the north entrance into town & suspend recycling of cardboard due to cost.
SCHEDULED GUESTS: Tim Adams, JEO, presented an update on the Water Study. Terry Meier, JEO, presented the Professional Services Agreement for a Wastewater Study, which was approved, contingent on release of CDBG funds. Marvin Dostal discussed water standing on street by his residence. Dennis Berry discussed a drainage issue at his property, repair of concrete, location of his shut-off valve & process for installation of new water line.
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE REPORT: N. Raver reported meter repair, shut off valve issues, recommendation of new meter design from HD Supply/Waterworks, location of 3 meters at C & L Villa, water tests, rock request on Pine St., D. Swanson sidewalk concern & hire street sweeper prior to Mead Days. Need for pump repair at the wastewater facility was discussed. Action was taken to approve repair of the pump for $1,100.00. If not repairable, a new pump shall be purchased for $4,475.00.
Halbmaier exited the meeting at 6:55 p.m.
POLICE REPORT: The monthly report was reviewed.
CLERK REPORT: Moline reported Mayor/Council Forum, delinquent occupation taxes & sale of 54 pet licenses to date. It was reported the Library Board will purchase their own internet service.
The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
NOTICE - Effective Immediately, the Village of Mead will no longer accept CARDBOARD at the Recycling Center.
WANTED - ALTERNATE MEMBER OF THE MEAD PLANNING COMMISSION
Must reside within the corporate limits of the Village of Mead
Willing to learn zoning regulations
Concerned about the community
This is a three-year term which expires May, 2014
Please contact the Village of Mead office, 402-624-2495, a member of the Mead Board of Trustees or member of the Mead Planning Commission if you are interested in this opportunity.
Mead Community Group
Forty Developmental Assets Tip of the Month
Looking for some new ideas of things to do with your kids or children of friends and/or family this summer over the break from school? Here's a few to get you started!
*Share customs and rituals from your own background. Invite kids to help you with a craft project or meal that highlights one of your cultural traditions.
*Stretch a child's thinking abilities by taking him/her to a new place. i.e. bird sanctuary, candy manufacturer, or an age appropriate concert. Let the child experience sounds, sights, tastes, textures and smells of the new place.
*Encourage children to write letters to the editor of the local newspaper about issues that are important to them.
*Enroll in a community education class with your child and learn a new skill together.
*Offer to help a parent by taking a toddler to explore a new place such as a park or a store.
*Hold a neighborhood book swap. Ask neighbors to donate books they have read and invite everyone to come and find new books.
For more information go to www.search-institute.org
The Mead Community Group wishes you a safe and enjoyable summer holiday! Special Thanks to our great teachers and school administrators for an awesome school year, your community appreciates your dedication to our future!
Reminder! Special Movie night on Saturday night of Mead Days for the Kids! Details to come next month!
Church Services
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
Weekly Schedule
7:00 am Daily Mass - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
5:30 pm Daily Mass - Tuesday
8:00 am Daily Mass - Saturday
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month (spoken)
10:30 am - all other Sundays
PANERA BREAD - June 11, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
EVANGELICAL COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Coffee & visiting
10:00 am Worship service (grade school age children dismissed for Kids Alive @ 10:30, nursery available during service)
PRIMETIMER’S - June 9, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Weekly Schedule
Tuesday
7:00 pm Men’s Study
Wednesday
6:00 pm Dinner 4 Change (free to everyone)
7:00 pm Life Group / Bible Study (answers to tough questions of the Bible)
7:00 pm Jr./Sr. High Youth Group
OPERATION LIFESAVER, INC. STATISTICS WORKSHEET
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Approximately 64% of all collisions occur in daylight hours.
Most collisions occur within 25 miles of the driver’s home.
Approximately every 2 hours (some place in the United States) a collision occurs between a train and a vehicle or a train and a pedestrian.
You are 20 time more likely to die in a collision with a train than in a collision involving another motor vehicle.
At 55 mph, it may take a train up to a mile or more to stop.
Nearly 50% of all collisions occur at crossing equipped with active warning devices.
Nearly 25% of all collisions occur when the vehicle runs into the side of the train.
National Crossing Collision in 2010: Collisions 2009, Injuries 828, Fatalities 261
National Trespasser Incidents in 2010: Injuries 389, Fatalities 450
Nebraska Crossing Collision in 2010: Collisions 31, Injuries 4, Fatalities 4
Nebraska Trespasser Incidents in 2010: Injuries 4, Fatalities 4
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Thank-you Eddie Couch for serving on the Planning Commission!
Thank you, Denise Patocka for chairing the Annual Easter Egg Hunt. We also appreciate the many people who volunteered with this project.
There are always questions raised about what to do with the baby animals / birds found that we fear may be abandoned or hurt. Two great websites for local rescues are: nebraskawildliferehab.org (injured wildlife) and rapturerecoverynebr.org (birds of prey). There is valuable information as what to do if an animal or bird is found. If you do not have resources to contact the rescues on-line, call the village office for a phone number. GREAT RESCUE STORIES!
Mead Days
June 17, 18 & 19
Watch for scheduled events!
Cross-Connection Questions & Answers
What are the five basic products used for protection of cross connections?
The five basic products are:
Air Gap
Atmospheric Vacuum Breakers—which also includes hose connection vacuum breakers
Pressure Vacuum Breakers—which also includes backflow preventer with intermediate atmospheric vent for 1/2” and 3/4” lines
Double Check Valve Assembly
Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventers
What is an Air Gap?
Air Gap is the physical separation of the potable and non-potable system by an air space. The vertical distance between the supply pipe and the flood level rim should be two times the diameter of the supply pipe, but never less than 1”. The air gap can be used on a direct or inlet connection and for all toxic substances.
2011 Easter Egg Hunt!
What a beautifully WINDY day for the Easter Egg Hunt. Even with the last minute efforts to organize the “prize” tables – the committee pulled off another successful Easter Egg Hunt. This year we had over 100 kids and a lot of new faces! It always amazes me how fast it goes. We start working on different aspects of the hunt right after Easter Sunday 2010 all the way to the day of the hunt this April 23rd, and in 20 minutes, it’s over without a trace of it anywhere! Once again, I am humbled at the generosity of this community. Thank you to all the wonderful people and organizations that make our little town annual Easter Egg Hunt a BIG EVENT.
Gold Contributors Volunteers
Village of Mead Connie Weiss and Class
Mead Volunteer Fire Department Mead Community Group
Insulfoam Sara Nicola
Doug & Jeannette Johnson Staci Charles
Jenny Carritt
Bronze Contributors Kari Carritt
Charle’s Surveying Kim Levin
Bank of Mead Miranda Charles
Ray & Lena Huckeby Chelsea Musgrave
Wahoo Civic Center Margaret Johnson Devynn Patocka
Silver Contributors Shenee Levin
Friends of the Mead Library Cali Carritt
Mead Signs Leah Levin
Nir & Kim Levin AJ Carritt
Todd Valley Farms Delaney Patocka
Anne Swanson Demmy Patocka
If you would like to donate prizes for next years Easter Egg Hunt, please reach out to any of the following Committee Members: Denise Patocka, Jenny Carritt, Sara Nicola, Kari Carritt or Staci Charles.
Sincerely, Denise Patocka, Chairman
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.net
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Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission:
Monday, June 27, 8:00 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, June 7, 4:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, June 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.
VILLAGE INFORMATION -
Please DO NOT mow your grass clippings into the streets. We’ve had drainage issues for a number of years within the village and the clippings flowing into the drain system following rainfall does not help. The streets will be cleaned prior to Mead Days.
Please remember to license your dog and/or cat IMMEDIATELY. Licenses were due MAY 1st. The cost is $4.00 for altered animals and $6.00 for intact animals. Please present the pet’s certificate of rabies and alteration at the time of registration and payment at the village office.
Another reminder is that Mead Code requires the pet owner to clean up feces left by their dog on any property other than their own. There have been complaints received of this being ignored. Please clean up what your pet leaves behind!
All dogs are required to be on leash if they are off their property. Numerous complaints have been received regarding dogs running at large. Following a first time warning being issued, the animal will be transported to Green Acre for five days. Prior to having the dog released, the owner is required to pay boarding fees to the kennel, pay a fine at the village office and must license their dog with the Village of Mead. Please be aware that prior to release at the kennel, the owner must provide proof of current rabies vaccination.
REMINDER - It may be in your best interest to lock all vehicles and doors as to prevent items being stolen. Incidents have recently been reported within the village.
Thank you to all who participated in the May 7 Garage Sale Day. The sales were well attended and appreciated by those sponsoring their own garage sales.
The May 21st, Great American Cleanup - Mead Clean Up Day was very successful. Numerous dumpsters were delivered on-site by Quality Disposal to collect residents’ “valuables”. Thank you to Steve Mayfield, Adam Miller, Rick Wielage, Rylee Mayfield, Utilities/Street Supt. Nick Raver and Clerk/Treasurer June Moline for their services during the event. We appreciate all of the help from the employees of Quality Disposal and the bottled water furnished by the Wahoo Newspaper. Nationwide sponsors for the “Green Starts Here” campaign are: Dow Chemical Co.; Glad Products Co.; Lowe’s; Nestle Pure Life Purified Water; PepsiCo’s Pepsi-Cola and Gatorade Co.; Scotts Miracle-Gro Co.; Solo Cup Co.; Waste Management; Troy-Bilt Lawn and Garden Equipment; Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co.; Promotional Partners; Crescent Art and Framing Products; Miss America Organization; Owens-Illinois; Educational Partner, Rubber Manufacturers Assoc. This event is always popular and improves the appearance of our community.
The Seven Stages of Aging on Horseback
Stage 1: Fall off pony. Bounce. Laugh. Climb back on. Repeat.
Stage 2: Fall off horse. Run after horse. Climb back on by shimmying up horse’s neck. Ride until sundown.
Stage 3: Fall off horse. Use sleeve of shirt to stanch bleeding. Have friend help you get back on horse. Take two Advil and apply ice packs when you get home. Ride next day.
Stage 4: Fall off horse. Refuse advice to call ambulance; drive self to urgent care clinic. Entertain nursing staff with tales of previous daredevil stunts on horseback. Back to riding before cast comes off.
Stage 5: Fall off horse. Temporarily forget name of horse and name of husband. Flirt shamelessly with paramedics when they arrive. Spend week in hospital while titanium pins are screwed in place. Start riding again before doctor gives official okay.
Stage 6: Fall off horse. Fail to see any humor when hunky paramedic says, “You again?”. Gain firsthand knowledge of advances in medical technology thanks to stint in ICU. Convince self that permanent limp isn’t that noticeable. Promise husband you’ll give up riding. One week later purchase older, slower, shorter horse.
Stage 7: Slip off horse. Relieved when artificial joints and implanted medical devices seem unaffected. Tell husband that scrapes and bruises are due to gardening accident. Pretend you don’t see husband roll his eyes and mutter as he walks away. Give apple to horse.
Stage 8: Go to see horse. Momentarily consider riding but remember arthritis won’t let you lift leg high enough to reach stirrup - even when on mounting block. Share drink with grateful horse and recall “good old days”.
Whether your plans include riding bikes, swimming, playing ball, or riding horses - HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!
MEAD MESSENGER
June 2011
Volume 8, Issue 6
Village of Mead Board of Trustees Meet May 10th
A regular meeting of the Mead Board of Trustees was held May 10 at 6:00 p.m. at the Village Office. Present were: Chairperson A. Raver, Trustees Halbmaier & Miller. Absent were Mayfield & Wielage. Also present were Clerk Moline & Supt. N. Raver & guests Tim Adams, Terry Meier, Dennis Berry & Marv & Irma Dostal.
Action was taken to adopt Rule of Order for Consent Agenda, rescind motion to deny Bldg. Permit 11-03 from the 4/12 meeting, amend motion to approve 3/28 Planning Commission minutes from the 4/12 meeting, reappointed Jody Weible & Dennis Berry to the Planning Commission, allowed Windstream to place buried communications cable at 1st & Oak Sts., waived 3 readings of Ord. 616 & adopted Ord. 616 to amend Chapter 6, Article 3, Section 6-314; Definitions, Sex Offender. An Interlocal Agreement with the City of Wahoo to spray mosquitoes was approved. Discussion was held on maintenance of the island at the north entrance into town & suspend recycling of cardboard due to cost.
SCHEDULED GUESTS: Tim Adams, JEO, presented an update on the Water Study. Terry Meier, JEO, presented the Professional Services Agreement for a Wastewater Study, which was approved, contingent on release of CDBG funds. Marvin Dostal discussed water standing on street by his residence. Dennis Berry discussed a drainage issue at his property, repair of concrete, location of his shut-off valve & process for installation of new water line.
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE REPORT: N. Raver reported meter repair, shut off valve issues, recommendation of new meter design from HD Supply/Waterworks, location of 3 meters at C & L Villa, water tests, rock request on Pine St., D. Swanson sidewalk concern & hire street sweeper prior to Mead Days. Need for pump repair at the wastewater facility was discussed. Action was taken to approve repair of the pump for $1,100.00. If not repairable, a new pump shall be purchased for $4,475.00.
Halbmaier exited the meeting at 6:55 p.m.
POLICE REPORT: The monthly report was reviewed.
CLERK REPORT: Moline reported Mayor/Council Forum, delinquent occupation taxes & sale of 54 pet licenses to date. It was reported the Library Board will purchase their own internet service.
The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
NOTICE - Effective Immediately, the Village of Mead will no longer accept CARDBOARD at the Recycling Center.
WANTED - ALTERNATE MEMBER OF THE MEAD PLANNING COMMISSION
Must reside within the corporate limits of the Village of Mead
Willing to learn zoning regulations
Concerned about the community
This is a three-year term which expires May, 2014
Please contact the Village of Mead office, 402-624-2495, a member of the Mead Board of Trustees or member of the Mead Planning Commission if you are interested in this opportunity.
Mead Community Group
Forty Developmental Assets Tip of the Month
Looking for some new ideas of things to do with your kids or children of friends and/or family this summer over the break from school? Here's a few to get you started!
*Share customs and rituals from your own background. Invite kids to help you with a craft project or meal that highlights one of your cultural traditions.
*Stretch a child's thinking abilities by taking him/her to a new place. i.e. bird sanctuary, candy manufacturer, or an age appropriate concert. Let the child experience sounds, sights, tastes, textures and smells of the new place.
*Encourage children to write letters to the editor of the local newspaper about issues that are important to them.
*Enroll in a community education class with your child and learn a new skill together.
*Offer to help a parent by taking a toddler to explore a new place such as a park or a store.
*Hold a neighborhood book swap. Ask neighbors to donate books they have read and invite everyone to come and find new books.
For more information go to www.search-institute.org
The Mead Community Group wishes you a safe and enjoyable summer holiday! Special Thanks to our great teachers and school administrators for an awesome school year, your community appreciates your dedication to our future!
Reminder! Special Movie night on Saturday night of Mead Days for the Kids! Details to come next month!
Church Services
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
Weekly Schedule
7:00 am Daily Mass - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
5:30 pm Daily Mass - Tuesday
8:00 am Daily Mass - Saturday
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month (spoken)
10:30 am - all other Sundays
PANERA BREAD - June 11, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
EVANGELICAL COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
9:00 am Coffee & visiting
10:00 am Worship service (grade school age children dismissed for Kids Alive @ 10:30, nursery available during service)
PRIMETIMER’S - June 9, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Weekly Schedule
Tuesday
7:00 pm Men’s Study
Wednesday
6:00 pm Dinner 4 Change (free to everyone)
7:00 pm Life Group / Bible Study (answers to tough questions of the Bible)
7:00 pm Jr./Sr. High Youth Group
OPERATION LIFESAVER, INC. STATISTICS WORKSHEET
Most collisions occur with trains traveling under 30 mph.
Approximately 64% of all collisions occur in daylight hours.
Most collisions occur within 25 miles of the driver’s home.
Approximately every 2 hours (some place in the United States) a collision occurs between a train and a vehicle or a train and a pedestrian.
You are 20 time more likely to die in a collision with a train than in a collision involving another motor vehicle.
At 55 mph, it may take a train up to a mile or more to stop.
Nearly 50% of all collisions occur at crossing equipped with active warning devices.
Nearly 25% of all collisions occur when the vehicle runs into the side of the train.
National Crossing Collision in 2010: Collisions 2009, Injuries 828, Fatalities 261
National Trespasser Incidents in 2010: Injuries 389, Fatalities 450
Nebraska Crossing Collision in 2010: Collisions 31, Injuries 4, Fatalities 4
Nebraska Trespasser Incidents in 2010: Injuries 4, Fatalities 4
*Source: Federal Railroad Administration www.fra.dot.gov
Provided by The Nebraska Operation Lifesaver, www.neolcadaley@cox.net or call (402) 885-8572 Carol Daley, Executive Director or www.NebraskaOL.org.
Thank-you Eddie Couch for serving on the Planning Commission!
Thank you, Denise Patocka for chairing the Annual Easter Egg Hunt. We also appreciate the many people who volunteered with this project.
There are always questions raised about what to do with the baby animals / birds found that we fear may be abandoned or hurt. Two great websites for local rescues are: nebraskawildliferehab.org (injured wildlife) and rapturerecoverynebr.org (birds of prey). There is valuable information as what to do if an animal or bird is found. If you do not have resources to contact the rescues on-line, call the village office for a phone number. GREAT RESCUE STORIES!
Mead Days
June 17, 18 & 19
Watch for scheduled events!
Cross-Connection Questions & Answers
What are the five basic products used for protection of cross connections?
The five basic products are:
Air Gap
Atmospheric Vacuum Breakers—which also includes hose connection vacuum breakers
Pressure Vacuum Breakers—which also includes backflow preventer with intermediate atmospheric vent for 1/2” and 3/4” lines
Double Check Valve Assembly
Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventers
What is an Air Gap?
Air Gap is the physical separation of the potable and non-potable system by an air space. The vertical distance between the supply pipe and the flood level rim should be two times the diameter of the supply pipe, but never less than 1”. The air gap can be used on a direct or inlet connection and for all toxic substances.
2011 Easter Egg Hunt!
What a beautifully WINDY day for the Easter Egg Hunt. Even with the last minute efforts to organize the “prize” tables – the committee pulled off another successful Easter Egg Hunt. This year we had over 100 kids and a lot of new faces! It always amazes me how fast it goes. We start working on different aspects of the hunt right after Easter Sunday 2010 all the way to the day of the hunt this April 23rd, and in 20 minutes, it’s over without a trace of it anywhere! Once again, I am humbled at the generosity of this community. Thank you to all the wonderful people and organizations that make our little town annual Easter Egg Hunt a BIG EVENT.
Gold Contributors Volunteers
Village of Mead Connie Weiss and Class
Mead Volunteer Fire Department Mead Community Group
Insulfoam Sara Nicola
Doug & Jeannette Johnson Staci Charles
Jenny Carritt
Bronze Contributors Kari Carritt
Charle’s Surveying Kim Levin
Bank of Mead Miranda Charles
Ray & Lena Huckeby Chelsea Musgrave
Wahoo Civic Center Margaret Johnson Devynn Patocka
Silver Contributors Shenee Levin
Friends of the Mead Library Cali Carritt
Mead Signs Leah Levin
Nir & Kim Levin AJ Carritt
Todd Valley Farms Delaney Patocka
Anne Swanson Demmy Patocka
If you would like to donate prizes for next years Easter Egg Hunt, please reach out to any of the following Committee Members: Denise Patocka, Jenny Carritt, Sara Nicola, Kari Carritt or Staci Charles.
Sincerely, Denise Patocka, Chairman
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.net
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Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission:
Monday, June 27, 8:00 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, June 7, 4:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, June 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.
VILLAGE INFORMATION -
Please DO NOT mow your grass clippings into the streets. We’ve had drainage issues for a number of years within the village and the clippings flowing into the drain system following rainfall does not help. The streets will be cleaned prior to Mead Days.
Please remember to license your dog and/or cat IMMEDIATELY. Licenses were due MAY 1st. The cost is $4.00 for altered animals and $6.00 for intact animals. Please present the pet’s certificate of rabies and alteration at the time of registration and payment at the village office.
Another reminder is that Mead Code requires the pet owner to clean up feces left by their dog on any property other than their own. There have been complaints received of this being ignored. Please clean up what your pet leaves behind!
All dogs are required to be on leash if they are off their property. Numerous complaints have been received regarding dogs running at large. Following a first time warning being issued, the animal will be transported to Green Acre for five days. Prior to having the dog released, the owner is required to pay boarding fees to the kennel, pay a fine at the village office and must license their dog with the Village of Mead. Please be aware that prior to release at the kennel, the owner must provide proof of current rabies vaccination.
REMINDER - It may be in your best interest to lock all vehicles and doors as to prevent items being stolen. Incidents have recently been reported within the village.
Thank you to all who participated in the May 7 Garage Sale Day. The sales were well attended and appreciated by those sponsoring their own garage sales.
The May 21st, Great American Cleanup - Mead Clean Up Day was very successful. Numerous dumpsters were delivered on-site by Quality Disposal to collect residents’ “valuables”. Thank you to Steve Mayfield, Adam Miller, Rick Wielage, Rylee Mayfield, Utilities/Street Supt. Nick Raver and Clerk/Treasurer June Moline for their services during the event. We appreciate all of the help from the employees of Quality Disposal and the bottled water furnished by the Wahoo Newspaper. Nationwide sponsors for the “Green Starts Here” campaign are: Dow Chemical Co.; Glad Products Co.; Lowe’s; Nestle Pure Life Purified Water; PepsiCo’s Pepsi-Cola and Gatorade Co.; Scotts Miracle-Gro Co.; Solo Cup Co.; Waste Management; Troy-Bilt Lawn and Garden Equipment; Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co.; Promotional Partners; Crescent Art and Framing Products; Miss America Organization; Owens-Illinois; Educational Partner, Rubber Manufacturers Assoc. This event is always popular and improves the appearance of our community.
The Seven Stages of Aging on Horseback
Stage 1: Fall off pony. Bounce. Laugh. Climb back on. Repeat.
Stage 2: Fall off horse. Run after horse. Climb back on by shimmying up horse’s neck. Ride until sundown.
Stage 3: Fall off horse. Use sleeve of shirt to stanch bleeding. Have friend help you get back on horse. Take two Advil and apply ice packs when you get home. Ride next day.
Stage 4: Fall off horse. Refuse advice to call ambulance; drive self to urgent care clinic. Entertain nursing staff with tales of previous daredevil stunts on horseback. Back to riding before cast comes off.
Stage 5: Fall off horse. Temporarily forget name of horse and name of husband. Flirt shamelessly with paramedics when they arrive. Spend week in hospital while titanium pins are screwed in place. Start riding again before doctor gives official okay.
Stage 6: Fall off horse. Fail to see any humor when hunky paramedic says, “You again?”. Gain firsthand knowledge of advances in medical technology thanks to stint in ICU. Convince self that permanent limp isn’t that noticeable. Promise husband you’ll give up riding. One week later purchase older, slower, shorter horse.
Stage 7: Slip off horse. Relieved when artificial joints and implanted medical devices seem unaffected. Tell husband that scrapes and bruises are due to gardening accident. Pretend you don’t see husband roll his eyes and mutter as he walks away. Give apple to horse.
Stage 8: Go to see horse. Momentarily consider riding but remember arthritis won’t let you lift leg high enough to reach stirrup - even when on mounting block. Share drink with grateful horse and recall “good old days”.
Whether your plans include riding bikes, swimming, playing ball, or riding horses - HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Newsletter May 2011
Village of Mead
Mead Messenger
Volume 8, Issue 5
MEAD’S ANNUAL COMMUNITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE
Saturday, May 7
8:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!
Maps will be available at local businesses.
If you wish to be placed on the Village Garage Sale Map please contact the Village Office at 624-2495 by FRIDAY, APRIL 29. A limited number of tables will be available to borrow from the Community Bldg. Contact the village office (624-2495) to reserve tables (limit 2).
Village of Mead Clean Up Day
Saturday, May 21
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 maintained, 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 High School Graduation is scheduled for Saturday, May 14.
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.
OPERATION LIFESAVER – RAIL SAFETY EDUCATION
Safety Tips and Facts: Always expect a train at each highway-rail intersection: Freight trains don't travel at fixed times, and schedules for passenger trains change.
Village Office Closed Monday, May 30,Memorial Day
Mead Community Group Asset Tip of the Month
Commitment to Learning: Young people need to develop a lifelong commitment to education and learning!
Asset #21 Achievement Motivation: Kids are motivated to do well in school.
Encourage motivation from the inside out. You can never “overpraise” a child's abilities. The more able a child feels, the more likely she or he is to continue pursuing ambitious goals.
Tap into your child's interests and passions, and try to connect them to what he or she is learning in school. Don't “pay” your child to learn with money or rewards; that's motivation from the outside in. Use spontaneous rewards with no strings attached. If you expect children to work hard and learn new skills they probably will. Instead of saying, “I'll take you to the park if you finish your assignment.” say “You finished your project? Great! Let's go to the park to celebrate!”
Set goals together with your child that will motivate them. Choose goals that are easy, simple and doable. For example, “I will raise my hand one more time each day to answer a question in class.” or “I will ask the teacher if I do not completely understand the assignment.”
For parents of teens, monitor your child's stress levels. Some experience high school as extremely competitive while others see it as a waste of time. Talk about how high school is a key part of their life and how he or she can make the most of it.
Model lifelong learning yourself by showing an ongoing interest in learning new things!
For more information on this and other assets, see www.searchinstitute.com.
Save the Date: Mead Community Group is excited to be sponsoring a special movie night on Saturday, June 18th, during Mead Days! Watch for more information to come!
DOG & CAT LICENSES DUE MAY 1
All dogs and cats are to be licensed by May 1. This applies to homeowners residing within village limits. Cost for a license is $4.00 altered and $6.00 intact. Please bring proof of current rabies vaccination and alteration to the Village Office for the license. If you cannot come during regular office hours, please mail the paperwork and money to Box 46, Mead or place in the drop box located by the front door of the office. The paperwork and tag will be returned to you.
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.
Thank you to all who participated in the Annual Mead Pet Clinic on April 9. We appreciate you bringing in your cats and dogs to be vaccinated and purchase pet tags. We thank Dr. Dobesh and his son for volunteering their time to attend to the animals.
Church Services
EVANGELICAL COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
Ec34720@windstream.net / 402-624-6125
9:00 am Coffee & visiting
10:00 am Worship service (grade school age children dismissed for Kids Alive @ 10:30, nursery available during service)
PRIMETIMER’S - May 12, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Weekly Schedule
Tuesday
7:00 pm Men’s Study
Wednesday
6:00 pm Dinner 4 Change (free to everyone)
7:00 pm Life Group / Bible Study (an opportunity to hear answers to tough questions of the Bible)
7:00 pm Jr./Sr. High Youth Group
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
sjamescatholicchurch.com / 402-624-3555
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
Weekly Schedule
7:00 am Daily Mass - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
5:30 pm Daily Mass - Tuesday
8:00 am Daily Mass - Saturday
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
www.almalutheran.com / 402-624-3015
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month (spoken)
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - May 14, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 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.net
Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, May 10, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission:
Monday, May 23, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, May 4, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, May 9, 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.
VILLAGE BOARD MEETINGS -
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held April 12 at 6:02 p.m. Present were Chair Raver, Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller & Wielage. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. N. Raver & Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Melissa Konecky, James & Joyce Everson, Gordon Richards, Monte Moeller, John Trouba & Terry Meier.
SCHEDULED GUESTS: Moeller, Richards & Everson expressed concerns of parking along village streets. John Trouba, SENDD, presented required paperwork for Wastewater Study Grant. Terry Meier, JEO Consulting Group, presneted the Street Study Contract.
UNSCHEDULED GUEST: Konecky requested a detailed 2010 Annual Water Quality Certification of Distribution Report & inquired of Emergency Plan for Propane from Frontier Co-op.
CLERK REPORT: Moline reported sessions attended at Clerk Academy, siren grant, utility deposit due, dog/cat licenses issued to date, grant applied for Easter Egg Hunt & vacation request.
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE SUPT. REPORT: N. Raver reported findings of leaks at Comm. Bldg., testing of water at possible well sites, ongoing maintenance of First St. & projects completed. Fire Dept. application for grants to remodel Comm. Bldg. meeting room & office, renovate closet & add shelter were noted.
POLICE REPORT: The monthly report was presented. Executive session was entered at 7:21 p.m. & returned to regular session at 7:43 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT: The minutes of the March 28 meeting were approved other than Bldg. Permit 11-03. Action was taken to deny Bldg. Permit 11-03.
LIBRARY REPORT: The February 9, March 2, and April 6 meeting minutes were approved.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Third reading and adoption of Ord. 613, Building Permits and Swimming Pools was approved.
NEW BUSINESS: Signators for the request for grant funds for the wastewater study, Fair Housing Response Letter & a Professional Contract to SENDD for administration were approved. A contract with JEO to conduct the Street Planning Study was approved. Action was taken to approve Resolution 11-09, Interlocal Agreement for a Mutual Finance Organizaiton, waive three readings of Ord. 614 and Ord. 615 and adopt Ord. 614, Garbage Franchise with Quality Disposal and Ord. 615, Garbage and Recycling Franchise with Waste Connections & hired Tracy Sterba as custodian.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 p.m.
A Special Meeting was held April 18 at 7:00 pm. Present were Chair Raver, Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller and Wielage. Also present were Clerk Moline & Utility/Maintenance Supt. N. Raver. Guests present were Lee & Bobbie Feldhaus, Jody & Kacee Weible & Dennis Berry.
Discussion was held on denial of Bldg. Permit 11-03. It was agreed that the Planning Commission & the Feldhaus’ are to draw up an agreement for moving trailers into C & L Villa. The board entered executive session at 7:23 pm. & returned to regular session at 7:37 pm. The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
Mead Days
June 17, 18 & 19
Watch for scheduled events!
POOL - SPA - HOT TUB GUIDELINES
Please note that prior to erecting a swimming pool, you must adhere to the following guidelines: Any pool, spa or hot tub containing at least 18” of water is required to be enclosed by a fence with a minimum height of 4’ and maximum height of 6’, with no opening greater than 4” or larger. All gates are to be locked when not in use. Hot tubs and spas are not required to have fencing if they have locking tops and are kept locked at all times not in use. All chemicals and supplies must be stored in a secure area.
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 PLUS a penalty fee of $100.00.
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.
Mead Messenger
Volume 8, Issue 5
MEAD’S ANNUAL COMMUNITY-WIDE GARAGE SALE
Saturday, May 7
8:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!
Maps will be available at local businesses.
If you wish to be placed on the Village Garage Sale Map please contact the Village Office at 624-2495 by FRIDAY, APRIL 29. A limited number of tables will be available to borrow from the Community Bldg. Contact the village office (624-2495) to reserve tables (limit 2).
Village of Mead Clean Up Day
Saturday, May 21
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 maintained, 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 High School Graduation is scheduled for Saturday, May 14.
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.
OPERATION LIFESAVER – RAIL SAFETY EDUCATION
Safety Tips and Facts: Always expect a train at each highway-rail intersection: Freight trains don't travel at fixed times, and schedules for passenger trains change.
Village Office Closed Monday, May 30,Memorial Day
Mead Community Group Asset Tip of the Month
Commitment to Learning: Young people need to develop a lifelong commitment to education and learning!
Asset #21 Achievement Motivation: Kids are motivated to do well in school.
Encourage motivation from the inside out. You can never “overpraise” a child's abilities. The more able a child feels, the more likely she or he is to continue pursuing ambitious goals.
Tap into your child's interests and passions, and try to connect them to what he or she is learning in school. Don't “pay” your child to learn with money or rewards; that's motivation from the outside in. Use spontaneous rewards with no strings attached. If you expect children to work hard and learn new skills they probably will. Instead of saying, “I'll take you to the park if you finish your assignment.” say “You finished your project? Great! Let's go to the park to celebrate!”
Set goals together with your child that will motivate them. Choose goals that are easy, simple and doable. For example, “I will raise my hand one more time each day to answer a question in class.” or “I will ask the teacher if I do not completely understand the assignment.”
For parents of teens, monitor your child's stress levels. Some experience high school as extremely competitive while others see it as a waste of time. Talk about how high school is a key part of their life and how he or she can make the most of it.
Model lifelong learning yourself by showing an ongoing interest in learning new things!
For more information on this and other assets, see www.searchinstitute.com.
Save the Date: Mead Community Group is excited to be sponsoring a special movie night on Saturday, June 18th, during Mead Days! Watch for more information to come!
DOG & CAT LICENSES DUE MAY 1
All dogs and cats are to be licensed by May 1. This applies to homeowners residing within village limits. Cost for a license is $4.00 altered and $6.00 intact. Please bring proof of current rabies vaccination and alteration to the Village Office for the license. If you cannot come during regular office hours, please mail the paperwork and money to Box 46, Mead or place in the drop box located by the front door of the office. The paperwork and tag will be returned to you.
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.
Thank you to all who participated in the Annual Mead Pet Clinic on April 9. We appreciate you bringing in your cats and dogs to be vaccinated and purchase pet tags. We thank Dr. Dobesh and his son for volunteering their time to attend to the animals.
Church Services
EVANGELICAL COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
Ec34720@windstream.net / 402-624-6125
9:00 am Coffee & visiting
10:00 am Worship service (grade school age children dismissed for Kids Alive @ 10:30, nursery available during service)
PRIMETIMER’S - May 12, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Weekly Schedule
Tuesday
7:00 pm Men’s Study
Wednesday
6:00 pm Dinner 4 Change (free to everyone)
7:00 pm Life Group / Bible Study (an opportunity to hear answers to tough questions of the Bible)
7:00 pm Jr./Sr. High Youth Group
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
sjamescatholicchurch.com / 402-624-3555
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
Weekly Schedule
7:00 am Daily Mass - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
5:30 pm Daily Mass - Tuesday
8:00 am Daily Mass - Saturday
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
www.almalutheran.com / 402-624-3015
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month (spoken)
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - May 14, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 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.net
Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, May 10, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission:
Monday, May 23, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, May 4, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, May 9, 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.
VILLAGE BOARD MEETINGS -
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held April 12 at 6:02 p.m. Present were Chair Raver, Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller & Wielage. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utilities/Maintenance Supt. N. Raver & Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Melissa Konecky, James & Joyce Everson, Gordon Richards, Monte Moeller, John Trouba & Terry Meier.
SCHEDULED GUESTS: Moeller, Richards & Everson expressed concerns of parking along village streets. John Trouba, SENDD, presented required paperwork for Wastewater Study Grant. Terry Meier, JEO Consulting Group, presneted the Street Study Contract.
UNSCHEDULED GUEST: Konecky requested a detailed 2010 Annual Water Quality Certification of Distribution Report & inquired of Emergency Plan for Propane from Frontier Co-op.
CLERK REPORT: Moline reported sessions attended at Clerk Academy, siren grant, utility deposit due, dog/cat licenses issued to date, grant applied for Easter Egg Hunt & vacation request.
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE SUPT. REPORT: N. Raver reported findings of leaks at Comm. Bldg., testing of water at possible well sites, ongoing maintenance of First St. & projects completed. Fire Dept. application for grants to remodel Comm. Bldg. meeting room & office, renovate closet & add shelter were noted.
POLICE REPORT: The monthly report was presented. Executive session was entered at 7:21 p.m. & returned to regular session at 7:43 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT: The minutes of the March 28 meeting were approved other than Bldg. Permit 11-03. Action was taken to deny Bldg. Permit 11-03.
LIBRARY REPORT: The February 9, March 2, and April 6 meeting minutes were approved.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Third reading and adoption of Ord. 613, Building Permits and Swimming Pools was approved.
NEW BUSINESS: Signators for the request for grant funds for the wastewater study, Fair Housing Response Letter & a Professional Contract to SENDD for administration were approved. A contract with JEO to conduct the Street Planning Study was approved. Action was taken to approve Resolution 11-09, Interlocal Agreement for a Mutual Finance Organizaiton, waive three readings of Ord. 614 and Ord. 615 and adopt Ord. 614, Garbage Franchise with Quality Disposal and Ord. 615, Garbage and Recycling Franchise with Waste Connections & hired Tracy Sterba as custodian.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 p.m.
A Special Meeting was held April 18 at 7:00 pm. Present were Chair Raver, Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller and Wielage. Also present were Clerk Moline & Utility/Maintenance Supt. N. Raver. Guests present were Lee & Bobbie Feldhaus, Jody & Kacee Weible & Dennis Berry.
Discussion was held on denial of Bldg. Permit 11-03. It was agreed that the Planning Commission & the Feldhaus’ are to draw up an agreement for moving trailers into C & L Villa. The board entered executive session at 7:23 pm. & returned to regular session at 7:37 pm. The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
Mead Days
June 17, 18 & 19
Watch for scheduled events!
POOL - SPA - HOT TUB GUIDELINES
Please note that prior to erecting a swimming pool, you must adhere to the following guidelines: Any pool, spa or hot tub containing at least 18” of water is required to be enclosed by a fence with a minimum height of 4’ and maximum height of 6’, with no opening greater than 4” or larger. All gates are to be locked when not in use. Hot tubs and spas are not required to have fencing if they have locking tops and are kept locked at all times not in use. All chemicals and supplies must be stored in a secure area.
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 PLUS a penalty fee of $100.00.
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.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Newsletter April 2011
VILLAGE OF MEAD
MEAD MESSENGER
April 2011
Volume 8, Issue 4
DOG AND CAT VACCINATION DAY
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Mead Community Building
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Green Acre Animal Clinic, Wahoo, will be present to administer pet vaccinations and the Village Clerk will be available to issue dog and cat licenses with proof of rabies vaccination and alteration. Available on the 9th will be vaccinations of rabies, distemper/parvo for dogs and rabies/distemper for cats. Products available to purchase will be Heartgard and Frontline for your pets. Blood tests for heartworm will also be available.
All dogs and cats within the village limits are required to be licensed by May 1. If you have any questions please contact the Village Office at 624-2495.
If you wish to license your pet other than this date, please come to the Village Office during regular office hours. You will be required to furnish proof of current rabies vaccination and alteration of your pet. If you wish to mail the paperwork and money to the office, please mail to Box 46. The tag and paperwork you furnished will be mailed to your address. Cost of the tags are $4.00 for altered dog or cat and $6.00 for intact animals.
MEAD’S ANNUAL COMMUNITY-WIDE
GARAGE SALE
Saturday, May 7, 2011
8:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!
Maps will be available at local businesses.
If you wish to be placed on the Village Garage Sale Map please contact the Village Office at 624-2495 by FRIDAY, APRIL 23. A limited number of tables will be available to borrow from the Community Bldg. Contact the village office (624-2495) to reserve tables (limit 2).
WASTEWATER STUDY
The Village of Mead has been awarded a CDBG grant to complete a wastewater study. Cost of the project is $30,000.00, with the village share being $7,700.00.
New wastewater rates will be added to your March 24 billing. The rates are based on average water usage for the months of December, January and February and that unit multiplied by $.75 plus the flat rate.
A Public Hearing of the Board of Trustees was held March 8 at 6:07 p.m. during the Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees.
Resolution 11-05 was approved to split 66.39 acres of land owned by Advanced Building Components into four lots to be known as Frontier Industrial Park.
The hearing adjourned at 6:19 p.m.
Alma Lutheran Church
Holy Week Schedule
Maundy Thursday, April 21: 7 pm Alma
Good Friday, April 22: 7 pm Malmo
Saturday Easter Vigil, April 23: 8 pm Alma
Easter Sunday, April 24: 10:30 am Alma
Evangelical Covenant Church
Holy Week Schedule
Saturday, April 16: All Day Retreat
Monday, April 18: 6:30 pm Seder-Prayer Meeting
Wednesday, April 20: 6:00 pm Dinner 4 Change
Good Friday, April 22: 7:00 pm Remembering the Cross
Easter Sunday, April 24: 8:00-9:30 am Breakfast
10:00 am Resurrection Celebration
10:00 am Resurrection Celebration
MEAD CLEAN-UP DAY
Saturday, May 21
9:00 am - 12:00 noon
This event is open to Mead residents ONLY!
All loads will be checked.
Example of items permitted:
Tires (fee will be charged), Appliances, Water heaters, Bicycles, Batteries, Trash
Items not permitted:
Wood, Grass Clippings, Construction refuse, Tree limbs
Village of Mead Board of Trustees - March 8, 2011
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held March 8 at 6:00 p.m. Answering roll call were Chair Raver; Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller and Wielage. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utility/Maintenance Supt. N. Raver, Police Chief Carlson, Librarian Kuhr and Dumpmaster Ruhe. Guests present were David Nelson, Dale Rawson, Jeannette Johnson, Brenda Halbmaier, Neal Malik, Ed Ruhe, Denise Patocka, Dick Swanson, Linda Brier, Lynette Winter, Shelby Winter and Robert Hartgrave.
SCHEDULED GUESTS:
Neil Malik discussed 11-2010 Conditional Use Permit. J. Johnson and D. Patocka, representing the Library Board, addressed the board regarding the 3/19 Open House & internet service, D. Rawson expressed housing concerns, D. Swanson presented a bill for water line repair that he addressed numerous times over the years, and Ed Ruhe asked that Saturday dump hours be changed & requested a loader for the tractor for use at the dump.
Action was taken to approve payment of $237.50 toward Swanson’s bill from AWS, changed Saturday dump hours to 8:00 am until 12:00 pm, approved Res. 11-06 Loan with the Bank of Mead for $4,500.00 for a generator and wiring at Well #92, Res. 11-07 Special Designated Liquor License to Mapeworth for a graduation party at the Community Building hosted by Lynette Winter on May 14, Res. 11-08 Special Designated Liquor License to Michael Beckman for a wedding reception at the Community Building hosted by Patty Knott on May 21, adopted Ord. 612 on third reading to repeal Special User Fees of Water and Sewer and heard second reading of Ord. 613 to amend Subdivision and Swimming Pools. Bids were considered to tear off and reroof the library. The bid of $5,800.00 was accepted from AC Roofing. A contract for a wastewater study was approved. Discussion was held on replacement of bulbs and setting of lights at the baseball and softball fields. Water / sewer rate study was tabled until the April 12 meeting. A $500.00 savings bond was approved for Police Chief Carlson.
REPORTS:
Utility / Maintenance - The progress of the Water Study was reviewed as well as a request to test several irrigation wells as a possible future site for a well, need to retar streets, mudjack sidewalk outside the village office and work on the ladies restroom and replacing ceiling tiles at the Community Building.
Police - The Monthly Police Report was presented. Discussion was held on stop sign placement and parking along N. First St. and need for crosswalk at Elm Street.
Clerk - Moline reported on future filing of vendor W9’s, water meter maintenance, letters of support of EPA funding for NeRWA, painting the village office areas, State Aid and process taken for unlicensed dogs and cats after May 1.
The Planning Commission minutes from the Febr. 28 Regular Meeting & Hearing and the March 6 Library agenda were reviewed.
The meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.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.net
Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
VILLAGE OF MEAD RECYCLING
North of the Community Building - 220 E. 4th St.
TIN CANS: Rinse and if possible remove labels and smash. No paint, aerosol, rusty or burnt cans.
ALUMINUM: Aluminum cans and foil, rinsed.
PLASTIC MILK JUGS: Remove lids and rinse. It would be helpful if jugs could be cut in half or smashed.
PLASTICS #1 - #5 FOOD/BEVERAGE ONLY:
#1 Polyethylene Terephthalate - Ketchup, Gatorade and Ocean Spray bottles, fizzy drink bottles and oven-ready meal trays (usually clear plastic jugs).
#2 High-density polyethylene - Colored bottles for milk, detergent and soap.
#3 Polyvinyl chloride - Food trays, cling film, bottles for mineral water and shampoo.
#4 Low density polyethylene
#5 Polystyrene -Yogurt pots, hamburger boxes, egg cartons, vending cups, plastic cutlery, protective packaging for electronic goods and toys.
PAPER: All paper must be separated as listed in each category. 1) Newspaper, 2) Mixed Paper (all other types of paper, and 3) Cardboard and Paperboard (flattened and in separate, marked container).
WE DO NOT ACCEPT STYROFOAM CONTAINERS (#6). WE DO NOT ACCEPT AUTOMOTIVE OR CHEMICAL CONTAINERS OF ANY KIND. NO LIDS ARE ACCEPTED.
Church Services
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
www.almalutheran.com / 402-624-3015
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month (spoken)
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - April 9, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
EVANGELICAL COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
Ec34720@windstream.net / 402-624-6125
9:00 am Coffee & visiting
10:00 am Worship service (grade school age children dismissed for Kids Alive @ 10:30, nursery available during service)
PRIMETIMER’S - April 14, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Weekly Schedule
Tuesday
7:00 pm Men’s Study
Wednesday
6:00 pm Dinner 4 Change (free to everyone)
7:00 pm Life Group / Bible Study (an opportunity to hear answers to tough questions of the Bible)
7:00 pm Jr./Sr. High Youth Group
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
sjamescatholicchurch.com / 402-624-3555
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
Weekly Schedule
7:00 am Daily Mass - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
5:30 pm Daily Mass - Tuesday
8:00 am Daily Mass - Saturday
Congratulations, to Mead High School Girls Basketball team for qualifying for the State Basketball Tournament.
We are proud of your accomplishment!
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, April 12, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission:
Monday, April 25, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, April 6, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, April 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.
Mead Dump begins new seasonal hours on April 1st
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE FOR SATURDAY HOURS
DUMP HOURS
April 1 - October 31 Wednesday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
November 1 - March 31 First Saturday of the Month Only
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tree branches, weeds, leaves and grass clippings are the only items allowed. All items must be unbagged. The dump is open to Mead residents only, at a charge of $2.00 per load.
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.
Mead Community Group
Developmental Asset Tip of the Month
Constructive Use of Time – Young people need constructive, enriching opportunities for growth through creative activities, youth programs, congregational involvement, and quality time at home.
Asset #20 – Time at Home – Believe it or not, this is an asset! While sports activities, youth groups, and other creative opportunities are very important, children should have one or two nights each week “with nothing special to do.” Make time at home fun for everyone. Spend time together doing things you all enjoy.
Play favorite games, read, take walks, or go for a family bike ride.
Try to limit TV, electronic games, and computer time.
Honor meal time as “connecting time” and avoid watching TV or standing and eating over the sink.
Take turns letting each individual in your family plan your family together time.
MEAD MESSENGER
April 2011
Volume 8, Issue 4
DOG AND CAT VACCINATION DAY
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Mead Community Building
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Green Acre Animal Clinic, Wahoo, will be present to administer pet vaccinations and the Village Clerk will be available to issue dog and cat licenses with proof of rabies vaccination and alteration. Available on the 9th will be vaccinations of rabies, distemper/parvo for dogs and rabies/distemper for cats. Products available to purchase will be Heartgard and Frontline for your pets. Blood tests for heartworm will also be available.
All dogs and cats within the village limits are required to be licensed by May 1. If you have any questions please contact the Village Office at 624-2495.
If you wish to license your pet other than this date, please come to the Village Office during regular office hours. You will be required to furnish proof of current rabies vaccination and alteration of your pet. If you wish to mail the paperwork and money to the office, please mail to Box 46. The tag and paperwork you furnished will be mailed to your address. Cost of the tags are $4.00 for altered dog or cat and $6.00 for intact animals.
MEAD’S ANNUAL COMMUNITY-WIDE
GARAGE SALE
Saturday, May 7, 2011
8:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!
Maps will be available at local businesses.
If you wish to be placed on the Village Garage Sale Map please contact the Village Office at 624-2495 by FRIDAY, APRIL 23. A limited number of tables will be available to borrow from the Community Bldg. Contact the village office (624-2495) to reserve tables (limit 2).
WASTEWATER STUDY
The Village of Mead has been awarded a CDBG grant to complete a wastewater study. Cost of the project is $30,000.00, with the village share being $7,700.00.
New wastewater rates will be added to your March 24 billing. The rates are based on average water usage for the months of December, January and February and that unit multiplied by $.75 plus the flat rate.
A Public Hearing of the Board of Trustees was held March 8 at 6:07 p.m. during the Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees.
Resolution 11-05 was approved to split 66.39 acres of land owned by Advanced Building Components into four lots to be known as Frontier Industrial Park.
The hearing adjourned at 6:19 p.m.
Alma Lutheran Church
Holy Week Schedule
Maundy Thursday, April 21: 7 pm Alma
Good Friday, April 22: 7 pm Malmo
Saturday Easter Vigil, April 23: 8 pm Alma
Easter Sunday, April 24: 10:30 am Alma
Evangelical Covenant Church
Holy Week Schedule
Saturday, April 16: All Day Retreat
Monday, April 18: 6:30 pm Seder-Prayer Meeting
Wednesday, April 20: 6:00 pm Dinner 4 Change
Good Friday, April 22: 7:00 pm Remembering the Cross
Easter Sunday, April 24: 8:00-9:30 am Breakfast
10:00 am Resurrection Celebration
10:00 am Resurrection Celebration
MEAD CLEAN-UP DAY
Saturday, May 21
9:00 am - 12:00 noon
This event is open to Mead residents ONLY!
All loads will be checked.
Example of items permitted:
Tires (fee will be charged), Appliances, Water heaters, Bicycles, Batteries, Trash
Items not permitted:
Wood, Grass Clippings, Construction refuse, Tree limbs
Village of Mead Board of Trustees - March 8, 2011
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held March 8 at 6:00 p.m. Answering roll call were Chair Raver; Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller and Wielage. Also present were Clerk Moline, Utility/Maintenance Supt. N. Raver, Police Chief Carlson, Librarian Kuhr and Dumpmaster Ruhe. Guests present were David Nelson, Dale Rawson, Jeannette Johnson, Brenda Halbmaier, Neal Malik, Ed Ruhe, Denise Patocka, Dick Swanson, Linda Brier, Lynette Winter, Shelby Winter and Robert Hartgrave.
SCHEDULED GUESTS:
Neil Malik discussed 11-2010 Conditional Use Permit. J. Johnson and D. Patocka, representing the Library Board, addressed the board regarding the 3/19 Open House & internet service, D. Rawson expressed housing concerns, D. Swanson presented a bill for water line repair that he addressed numerous times over the years, and Ed Ruhe asked that Saturday dump hours be changed & requested a loader for the tractor for use at the dump.
Action was taken to approve payment of $237.50 toward Swanson’s bill from AWS, changed Saturday dump hours to 8:00 am until 12:00 pm, approved Res. 11-06 Loan with the Bank of Mead for $4,500.00 for a generator and wiring at Well #92, Res. 11-07 Special Designated Liquor License to Mapeworth for a graduation party at the Community Building hosted by Lynette Winter on May 14, Res. 11-08 Special Designated Liquor License to Michael Beckman for a wedding reception at the Community Building hosted by Patty Knott on May 21, adopted Ord. 612 on third reading to repeal Special User Fees of Water and Sewer and heard second reading of Ord. 613 to amend Subdivision and Swimming Pools. Bids were considered to tear off and reroof the library. The bid of $5,800.00 was accepted from AC Roofing. A contract for a wastewater study was approved. Discussion was held on replacement of bulbs and setting of lights at the baseball and softball fields. Water / sewer rate study was tabled until the April 12 meeting. A $500.00 savings bond was approved for Police Chief Carlson.
REPORTS:
Utility / Maintenance - The progress of the Water Study was reviewed as well as a request to test several irrigation wells as a possible future site for a well, need to retar streets, mudjack sidewalk outside the village office and work on the ladies restroom and replacing ceiling tiles at the Community Building.
Police - The Monthly Police Report was presented. Discussion was held on stop sign placement and parking along N. First St. and need for crosswalk at Elm Street.
Clerk - Moline reported on future filing of vendor W9’s, water meter maintenance, letters of support of EPA funding for NeRWA, painting the village office areas, State Aid and process taken for unlicensed dogs and cats after May 1.
The Planning Commission minutes from the Febr. 28 Regular Meeting & Hearing and the March 6 Library agenda were reviewed.
The meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.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.net
Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
VILLAGE OF MEAD RECYCLING
North of the Community Building - 220 E. 4th St.
TIN CANS: Rinse and if possible remove labels and smash. No paint, aerosol, rusty or burnt cans.
ALUMINUM: Aluminum cans and foil, rinsed.
PLASTIC MILK JUGS: Remove lids and rinse. It would be helpful if jugs could be cut in half or smashed.
PLASTICS #1 - #5 FOOD/BEVERAGE ONLY:
#1 Polyethylene Terephthalate - Ketchup, Gatorade and Ocean Spray bottles, fizzy drink bottles and oven-ready meal trays (usually clear plastic jugs).
#2 High-density polyethylene - Colored bottles for milk, detergent and soap.
#3 Polyvinyl chloride - Food trays, cling film, bottles for mineral water and shampoo.
#4 Low density polyethylene
#5 Polystyrene -Yogurt pots, hamburger boxes, egg cartons, vending cups, plastic cutlery, protective packaging for electronic goods and toys.
PAPER: All paper must be separated as listed in each category. 1) Newspaper, 2) Mixed Paper (all other types of paper, and 3) Cardboard and Paperboard (flattened and in separate, marked container).
WE DO NOT ACCEPT STYROFOAM CONTAINERS (#6). WE DO NOT ACCEPT AUTOMOTIVE OR CHEMICAL CONTAINERS OF ANY KIND. NO LIDS ARE ACCEPTED.
Church Services
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
www.almalutheran.com / 402-624-3015
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month (spoken)
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - April 9, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
EVANGELICAL COVENANT 1540 Co Rd 10
Ec34720@windstream.net / 402-624-6125
9:00 am Coffee & visiting
10:00 am Worship service (grade school age children dismissed for Kids Alive @ 10:30, nursery available during service)
PRIMETIMER’S - April 14, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Weekly Schedule
Tuesday
7:00 pm Men’s Study
Wednesday
6:00 pm Dinner 4 Change (free to everyone)
7:00 pm Life Group / Bible Study (an opportunity to hear answers to tough questions of the Bible)
7:00 pm Jr./Sr. High Youth Group
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
sjamescatholicchurch.com / 402-624-3555
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
Weekly Schedule
7:00 am Daily Mass - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
5:30 pm Daily Mass - Tuesday
8:00 am Daily Mass - Saturday
Congratulations, to Mead High School Girls Basketball team for qualifying for the State Basketball Tournament.
We are proud of your accomplishment!
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, April 12, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Commission:
Monday, April 25, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, April 6, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, April 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.
Mead Dump begins new seasonal hours on April 1st
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE FOR SATURDAY HOURS
DUMP HOURS
April 1 - October 31 Wednesday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
November 1 - March 31 First Saturday of the Month Only
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tree branches, weeds, leaves and grass clippings are the only items allowed. All items must be unbagged. The dump is open to Mead residents only, at a charge of $2.00 per load.
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.
Mead Community Group
Developmental Asset Tip of the Month
Constructive Use of Time – Young people need constructive, enriching opportunities for growth through creative activities, youth programs, congregational involvement, and quality time at home.
Asset #20 – Time at Home – Believe it or not, this is an asset! While sports activities, youth groups, and other creative opportunities are very important, children should have one or two nights each week “with nothing special to do.” Make time at home fun for everyone. Spend time together doing things you all enjoy.
Play favorite games, read, take walks, or go for a family bike ride.
Try to limit TV, electronic games, and computer time.
Honor meal time as “connecting time” and avoid watching TV or standing and eating over the sink.
Take turns letting each individual in your family plan your family together time.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Newsletter March 2011
Village of Mead
MEAD MESSENGER
MARCH 2011 Volume 8, Issue 3
Special points of interest:
Church Services
Upcoming Meetings
Library Hours
Mead Community Group News
Board of Trustees Meet
Local Food Bank
Water/Sewer Payment Options
Library News
FROM THE VILLAGE OFFICE:
An ordinance has passed first reading that all swimming pools, spas and hot tubs containing at least 18” of water be enclosed by a fence with a 4’ minimum height and lock gate. Hot tubs and spas will not be required to be enclosed by the fence if they have locking tops and are kept locked at all times when not in use. Two additional readings will be heard prior to approval.
Another consideration that has passed first reading is amending the zoning ordinance to add an additional fee of $100.00 will be charged for starting or completing construction or demolition without first obtaining a Building or Demolition Permit. This would be in addition to the double the cost of the Building Permit if a construction project is started or a building demolished prior to approval by the Mead Planning Commission. Second and third readings are required prior to adoption.
DUMP HOURS will change April 1st. They will be Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. A container to dump metal is also available at the dumpsite. Please contact the dumpmaster for approved items. There is a charge of $2.00 per load to use the dumpsite. The dump is open to the residents within the Mead jurisdiction only. Iron disposal is during regular dump hours only.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS - Mead Garage Sale Day will be Saturday, May 7 from 8 :00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mead Clean Up Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 21, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Mead Days is scheduled for June 17, 18 and 19.
DOG AND CAT VACCINATION DAY
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Mead Community Building
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Green Acre Animal Clinic, Wahoo, will be present to administer pet vaccinations and the Village Clerk will be available to issue dog and cat licenses with proof of rabies vaccination and alteration. Available on the 9th will be vaccinations of rabies, distemper/parvo for dogs and rabies/distemper for cats. Products available to purchase will be Heartgard and Frontline for your pets. Blood tests for heartworm will also be available.
All dogs and cats within the village limits are required to be licensed by May 1. If you have any questions please contact the Village Office at 624-2495.
If you wish to license your pet other than this date, please come to the Village Office during regular office hours. You will be required to furnish proof of current rabies vaccination and alteration of your pet. If you wish to mail the paperwork and money to the office, please mail to Box 46. The tag and paperwork you furnished will be mailed to your address. Cost of the tags are $4.00 for altered dog or cat and $6.00 for intact animals.
Daylight Savings Time
Begins March 13
Spring sports is just around the corner. Mead students will be participating in track, baseball and boys golf. Plan to come and support these athletes. Best of luck athletes!
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, March 8, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm:
Monday, March 28, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, March 2, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, March 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.
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.net
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Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
Church Services
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month (spoken)
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - March 12, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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
PRIMETIMER’S - March 10, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
Mentoring is a Good Thing
Take this opportunity to talk to your children about the individual that mentored you in your life. Why do you consider them a mentor? What did they do to make you feel good about who you are? What advice did they give you that you have shared with your children?
Do you mentor a child, either formally or informally? Does your child have someone that they consider a mentor? All children should have three or more non-parent adults in their life that they have in-depth conversation with and feel like they can ask advice.
Write a thank-you to your mentor and help your children thank their mentor!
MEAD BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEET FEBRUARY 8
A Regular Meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees was held February 8 at 6:00 p.m. Present were Chairperson Raver; Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller and Wielage. Also present were Clerk/Treasurer Moline, Utility/ Maintenance Supt. N. Raver and Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were John Trouba and Tim Adams.
SCHEDULED GUESTS: John Trouba, SENDD, reviewed paperwork for the grants. Tim Adams, JEO Consulting, updated the board on the Water Study.
Action was taken to authorize a request for grant funds for the Water Study and Street Study; accept the Fair Housing Response Letter for the Street Grant; approved the purchase of a generator and installation by JEO for the wellhouse; approved second reading of Ordinance 612, Municipal Water & Sewer Department Rates; approved Resolutions 11-03 and 11-04, Liquor License Applications to the Mead Fire Department for Mead Days on June 17, 18 and 19; and approved a permit for the Mead Fire Department to close specific streets during Mead Days. A Zoning Assistance Contract with JEO Consulting was approved. Bids were opened to reshingle the library roof, but due to a question that arose on a bid, action was delayed until the March 8 Regular Meeting. Water and sewer rates from other villages/cities will be presented at the March 8 meeting.
POLICE REPORT: Carlson presented the monthly report and discussed vehicle parking on streets during snowstorms.
CLERK REPORT: Moline reported bankruptcy check receipt, scholarship award for Clerk Academy, paperwork from SENDD for the June 2010 Disaster Housing Repair Program and dates set for the Pet Clinic, Garage Sale and Clean Up Day.
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE REPORT: N. Raver reported on well maintenance and need for a generator at well #92.
The meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.
A Public Hearing was held on February 8 at 6:13 p.m. The purpose of the hearing was to consider an application and recommendation from the Planning Commission to amend the zoning ordinance.
Action was taken to approve first reading of Ordinance 613 to amend Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 9-201 to charge an additional fee of $100.00 for starting or completing construction or demolition without first obtaining a Building or Demolition Permit and amend Chapter 11, Article 4, Section 11-408 to require all pools, spas or hot tubs containing at least 18” of water to be enclosed by a fence with a 4’ minimum height. Added to the section was hot tubs and spas are not required to have fencing if they have locking tops and kept locked at all times when not in use.
The hearing adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
MEAD FOOD BANK
The Community Food Bank is located at Alma Lutheran Church. If you are in need of food or limited paper products, please contact Pastor Alena at 624-3015 or Jill Dahl at 624-5010 to make arrangements for products. All transactions are kept confidential.
Water / Sewer Payments -
If you have a checking or savings account with the Bank of Mead and would like to have your water / sewer bill paid directly from that account, please stop in the Village Office to fill out a form to do so. The payment will be withdrawn on the 15th of the month. You’ll experience “worry free” payment of the account.
MEAD COMMUNITY GROUP ATTENDS TRAINING
On January 27th and 28th members of the Mead Community Group were involved in the Nebraska Training for Substance Abuse Prevention (NETSAP) training in Kearney, Ne. The two day event was hosted by the Department of Health & Human Services and Region 3 Behavioral Health Services.
Substance Abuse is defined as:
• Overall consumption
• Acute, heavy consumption
• Consumption in a risky situation
• Consumption by high risk groups
The consequences of Alcohol, Tobacco, and other Drugs (ATOD) use and abuse among youth have profound health, social and economic costs. The consequences of youth ATOD use can be death or injury, violence, neglect, crime and punishment, addiction, poor academic and work performance, relationship trouble and health issues. Prevention is the active process of creating conditions or attributes that promote the well-being of people. This is where the Mead Community Group and you as parents can get involved. Ask yourself what part you can play in the process of ATOD abuse prevention? Can we assist you with different ways to help: education, alternative activities, community-based processes, environmental approaches, problem identification and referral, or the use of the “40 Developmental Assets”?
The main speaker at the conference was Dr. Kurt Bahr. He talked about the Brain and Drugs. He spoke about how the brain works and the impact of drugs on the brain and the affect on long-term functioning. He noted that the human brain is not completely developed in a male until age 24 (somewhat earlier in a female) and the damage drug use has on the undeveloped brain. Early use or abuse of ATOD’s is very damaging to our young people. Some of the things we don’t normally think of when addressing drugs (marijuana, cocaine, meth, prescription drugs, to name a few) and alcohol are the effects of caffeine and nicotine on the brain. These too are considered drugs. Adolescence is a critical time for preventing drug (ATOD) use and addiction.
• Moderate drinking impairs learning and memory far more in youth than adults.
• Adolescents need only drink half as much as adults to suffer the same negative effects.
• Adolescents become addicted to nicotine with much lower exposure than adults.
Delayed use of ATOD’s reduces chances of substance use disorders.
Where are we as a community? Do we have any awareness or a vague awareness of the problems our kids are dealing with? Do we deny that there may be a local problem? Are we aware there could be a problem and just sit back and think someone should do something? Do you want more information about existing problems? Where are you? Are you ready to get involved in efforts and solutions which might help our Community’s children succeed? The next Mead Community Group meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 24, 2011 at 1 PM at the Mead High School. Anyone interested in becoming involved in the group or wanting more information is welcome to attend. You might just be that SOMEONE our community needs!
MEAD LIBRARY HOURS
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am -11:00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Date: Saturday, March 19th
Time: 1:00 pm—3:00 pm
Come see the “new library”
Door Prizes Celebrity Readers
Free Demonstrations Fine Amnesty ... and
much more!
Mead Library News 2011 February by Vera Kuhr
OPEN HOUSE – The Mead Library Board of Trustees and the Foundation/Friends will host an open house on March 19th. It will be from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Please note the flyer attached to this newsletter.
It has been a busy time trying to get the books back on the shelf (moving them at least once) and in proper order. The board has been working hard and we think it looks “great”. COME IN AND LOOK AROUND !!
“ONE WORLD – MANY STORIES” - The winter is coming to a close and we are thinking of Summer Reading. Watch for more announcements and flyers. It should be a fun program this year.
Thanks for all who helped with the Spaghetti Feed fundraiser in January. We had a very successful event and some of the proceeds will be used to fund the summer reading program.
New titles:
The Immortal Life in Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot; The Blueberry Years by Jim Minick; The Cold Kiss by John Rector; The Best of Friends by Susan Mallery; Sweetwater Creek by Anne Rivers Siddon; Watchers on the Hill by Stephanie Whitson; Sisters of the Quilt Trilogy by Cindy Woodsmall and The Confession by John Grisham. The library has the latest issues of Taste of Home as well as the annual recipe book. We subscribe to the Wahoo Newspaper and various children’s magazines that are available to be checked out.
It is our hope that the new shelves will make it easier to find titles and get acquainted with new authors.
See you the 19th.
A belated “thank you” to Virgene Schuette for her many years of service on the Library Board.
MEAD MESSENGER
MARCH 2011 Volume 8, Issue 3
Special points of interest:
Church Services
Upcoming Meetings
Library Hours
Mead Community Group News
Board of Trustees Meet
Local Food Bank
Water/Sewer Payment Options
Library News
FROM THE VILLAGE OFFICE:
An ordinance has passed first reading that all swimming pools, spas and hot tubs containing at least 18” of water be enclosed by a fence with a 4’ minimum height and lock gate. Hot tubs and spas will not be required to be enclosed by the fence if they have locking tops and are kept locked at all times when not in use. Two additional readings will be heard prior to approval.
Another consideration that has passed first reading is amending the zoning ordinance to add an additional fee of $100.00 will be charged for starting or completing construction or demolition without first obtaining a Building or Demolition Permit. This would be in addition to the double the cost of the Building Permit if a construction project is started or a building demolished prior to approval by the Mead Planning Commission. Second and third readings are required prior to adoption.
DUMP HOURS will change April 1st. They will be Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. A container to dump metal is also available at the dumpsite. Please contact the dumpmaster for approved items. There is a charge of $2.00 per load to use the dumpsite. The dump is open to the residents within the Mead jurisdiction only. Iron disposal is during regular dump hours only.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS - Mead Garage Sale Day will be Saturday, May 7 from 8 :00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mead Clean Up Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 21, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Mead Days is scheduled for June 17, 18 and 19.
DOG AND CAT VACCINATION DAY
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Mead Community Building
1:30 – 3:00 PM
Green Acre Animal Clinic, Wahoo, will be present to administer pet vaccinations and the Village Clerk will be available to issue dog and cat licenses with proof of rabies vaccination and alteration. Available on the 9th will be vaccinations of rabies, distemper/parvo for dogs and rabies/distemper for cats. Products available to purchase will be Heartgard and Frontline for your pets. Blood tests for heartworm will also be available.
All dogs and cats within the village limits are required to be licensed by May 1. If you have any questions please contact the Village Office at 624-2495.
If you wish to license your pet other than this date, please come to the Village Office during regular office hours. You will be required to furnish proof of current rabies vaccination and alteration of your pet. If you wish to mail the paperwork and money to the office, please mail to Box 46. The tag and paperwork you furnished will be mailed to your address. Cost of the tags are $4.00 for altered dog or cat and $6.00 for intact animals.
Daylight Savings Time
Begins March 13
Spring sports is just around the corner. Mead students will be participating in track, baseball and boys golf. Plan to come and support these athletes. Best of luck athletes!
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, March 8, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm:
Monday, March 28, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, March 2, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, March 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.
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.net
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Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
Church Services
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month (spoken)
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - March 12, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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
PRIMETIMER’S - March 10, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
Mentoring is a Good Thing
Take this opportunity to talk to your children about the individual that mentored you in your life. Why do you consider them a mentor? What did they do to make you feel good about who you are? What advice did they give you that you have shared with your children?
Do you mentor a child, either formally or informally? Does your child have someone that they consider a mentor? All children should have three or more non-parent adults in their life that they have in-depth conversation with and feel like they can ask advice.
Write a thank-you to your mentor and help your children thank their mentor!
MEAD BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEET FEBRUARY 8
A Regular Meeting of the Village of Mead Board of Trustees was held February 8 at 6:00 p.m. Present were Chairperson Raver; Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller and Wielage. Also present were Clerk/Treasurer Moline, Utility/ Maintenance Supt. N. Raver and Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were John Trouba and Tim Adams.
SCHEDULED GUESTS: John Trouba, SENDD, reviewed paperwork for the grants. Tim Adams, JEO Consulting, updated the board on the Water Study.
Action was taken to authorize a request for grant funds for the Water Study and Street Study; accept the Fair Housing Response Letter for the Street Grant; approved the purchase of a generator and installation by JEO for the wellhouse; approved second reading of Ordinance 612, Municipal Water & Sewer Department Rates; approved Resolutions 11-03 and 11-04, Liquor License Applications to the Mead Fire Department for Mead Days on June 17, 18 and 19; and approved a permit for the Mead Fire Department to close specific streets during Mead Days. A Zoning Assistance Contract with JEO Consulting was approved. Bids were opened to reshingle the library roof, but due to a question that arose on a bid, action was delayed until the March 8 Regular Meeting. Water and sewer rates from other villages/cities will be presented at the March 8 meeting.
POLICE REPORT: Carlson presented the monthly report and discussed vehicle parking on streets during snowstorms.
CLERK REPORT: Moline reported bankruptcy check receipt, scholarship award for Clerk Academy, paperwork from SENDD for the June 2010 Disaster Housing Repair Program and dates set for the Pet Clinic, Garage Sale and Clean Up Day.
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE REPORT: N. Raver reported on well maintenance and need for a generator at well #92.
The meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.
A Public Hearing was held on February 8 at 6:13 p.m. The purpose of the hearing was to consider an application and recommendation from the Planning Commission to amend the zoning ordinance.
Action was taken to approve first reading of Ordinance 613 to amend Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 9-201 to charge an additional fee of $100.00 for starting or completing construction or demolition without first obtaining a Building or Demolition Permit and amend Chapter 11, Article 4, Section 11-408 to require all pools, spas or hot tubs containing at least 18” of water to be enclosed by a fence with a 4’ minimum height. Added to the section was hot tubs and spas are not required to have fencing if they have locking tops and kept locked at all times when not in use.
The hearing adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
MEAD FOOD BANK
The Community Food Bank is located at Alma Lutheran Church. If you are in need of food or limited paper products, please contact Pastor Alena at 624-3015 or Jill Dahl at 624-5010 to make arrangements for products. All transactions are kept confidential.
Water / Sewer Payments -
If you have a checking or savings account with the Bank of Mead and would like to have your water / sewer bill paid directly from that account, please stop in the Village Office to fill out a form to do so. The payment will be withdrawn on the 15th of the month. You’ll experience “worry free” payment of the account.
MEAD COMMUNITY GROUP ATTENDS TRAINING
On January 27th and 28th members of the Mead Community Group were involved in the Nebraska Training for Substance Abuse Prevention (NETSAP) training in Kearney, Ne. The two day event was hosted by the Department of Health & Human Services and Region 3 Behavioral Health Services.
Substance Abuse is defined as:
• Overall consumption
• Acute, heavy consumption
• Consumption in a risky situation
• Consumption by high risk groups
The consequences of Alcohol, Tobacco, and other Drugs (ATOD) use and abuse among youth have profound health, social and economic costs. The consequences of youth ATOD use can be death or injury, violence, neglect, crime and punishment, addiction, poor academic and work performance, relationship trouble and health issues. Prevention is the active process of creating conditions or attributes that promote the well-being of people. This is where the Mead Community Group and you as parents can get involved. Ask yourself what part you can play in the process of ATOD abuse prevention? Can we assist you with different ways to help: education, alternative activities, community-based processes, environmental approaches, problem identification and referral, or the use of the “40 Developmental Assets”?
The main speaker at the conference was Dr. Kurt Bahr. He talked about the Brain and Drugs. He spoke about how the brain works and the impact of drugs on the brain and the affect on long-term functioning. He noted that the human brain is not completely developed in a male until age 24 (somewhat earlier in a female) and the damage drug use has on the undeveloped brain. Early use or abuse of ATOD’s is very damaging to our young people. Some of the things we don’t normally think of when addressing drugs (marijuana, cocaine, meth, prescription drugs, to name a few) and alcohol are the effects of caffeine and nicotine on the brain. These too are considered drugs. Adolescence is a critical time for preventing drug (ATOD) use and addiction.
• Moderate drinking impairs learning and memory far more in youth than adults.
• Adolescents need only drink half as much as adults to suffer the same negative effects.
• Adolescents become addicted to nicotine with much lower exposure than adults.
Delayed use of ATOD’s reduces chances of substance use disorders.
Where are we as a community? Do we have any awareness or a vague awareness of the problems our kids are dealing with? Do we deny that there may be a local problem? Are we aware there could be a problem and just sit back and think someone should do something? Do you want more information about existing problems? Where are you? Are you ready to get involved in efforts and solutions which might help our Community’s children succeed? The next Mead Community Group meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 24, 2011 at 1 PM at the Mead High School. Anyone interested in becoming involved in the group or wanting more information is welcome to attend. You might just be that SOMEONE our community needs!
MEAD LIBRARY HOURS
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am -11:00 am
2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Date: Saturday, March 19th
Time: 1:00 pm—3:00 pm
Come see the “new library”
Door Prizes Celebrity Readers
Free Demonstrations Fine Amnesty ... and
much more!
Mead Library News 2011 February by Vera Kuhr
OPEN HOUSE – The Mead Library Board of Trustees and the Foundation/Friends will host an open house on March 19th. It will be from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Please note the flyer attached to this newsletter.
It has been a busy time trying to get the books back on the shelf (moving them at least once) and in proper order. The board has been working hard and we think it looks “great”. COME IN AND LOOK AROUND !!
“ONE WORLD – MANY STORIES” - The winter is coming to a close and we are thinking of Summer Reading. Watch for more announcements and flyers. It should be a fun program this year.
Thanks for all who helped with the Spaghetti Feed fundraiser in January. We had a very successful event and some of the proceeds will be used to fund the summer reading program.
New titles:
The Immortal Life in Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot; The Blueberry Years by Jim Minick; The Cold Kiss by John Rector; The Best of Friends by Susan Mallery; Sweetwater Creek by Anne Rivers Siddon; Watchers on the Hill by Stephanie Whitson; Sisters of the Quilt Trilogy by Cindy Woodsmall and The Confession by John Grisham. The library has the latest issues of Taste of Home as well as the annual recipe book. We subscribe to the Wahoo Newspaper and various children’s magazines that are available to be checked out.
It is our hope that the new shelves will make it easier to find titles and get acquainted with new authors.
See you the 19th.
A belated “thank you” to Virgene Schuette for her many years of service on the Library Board.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Newsletter February 2011
Village of Mead
MEAD MESSENGER
Volume 8, Issue 2
FEBRUARY, 2011
VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEET IN NUMBEROUS MEETINGS -
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Mead was held on January 11 at 6:00 p.m. Answering roll call were Chairperson A. Raver, Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller and Wielage. Also in attendance were Clerk/Treasurer Moline, Utility/Maintenance/Street Supt. N. Raver and Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Justin Stine, Tim Adams, Julie Ogden, Steve Kadavy, Paul and Patty Knott, Bobbie and Lee Feldhaus, John Trouba, Andrea Elworth and Kathleen Elworth.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(6:08 p.m. - 6:12 p.m.) Ordinance No. 611, Conditional Use Permit to Frontier Co-op to place two propane tanks within the Light Industrial District at 410 E. Third St., Mead was approved.
(6:37 p.m. - 6:42 p.m.) Resolution 11-01, One and Six Year Street Plan was approved.
(7:18 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.) John Trouba, SENDD, reviewed documents required for an Application for a Wastewater Study using CDBG funds.
SCHEDULED GUESTS:
Street Supt., Julie Ogden with JEO Consulting, reported approval of a CDBG Street Study for $30,000.00, with $7,700.00 being local support.
Justin Stine, JEO Consulting, updated the board on the Water Study.
UNSCHEDULED GUESTS:
Paul and Patty Knott expressed concerns regarding the drainage from the grain bins at Frontier Co-op. They asked that Frontier reroute the drainage from the co-op to flow east rather than south to be considered.
The following action was taken: approve transfer of $4,000.00 from CD# 7533 to water checking account; awarded a contract for Grant General Administration of the CDBG Street Study Project to SENDD; approved JEO Consulting to conduct the Street Study; approved Resolution 11-02, made application for a Municipal Preliminary Engineering Report Project on the wastewater facilities with CDBG funds; adopted Ordinance 608, Alcoholic Beverages; Hours of Sale on third reading; approved first reading of Ordinance 612, Water and Sewer Rates and a $.75 hour wage increase to Clerk/Treasurer.
REPORTS:
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE/STREET SUPT. - A pump has been installed in the backup well and issues at the wastewater plant were reported.
POLICE - The monthly police report was given.
CLERK - Dates of Clerk Academy and completion of EECBG Energy Grant for improvements at the Community Building were reported. Meeting guidelines from the attorney were distributed to board members.
PLANNING COMMISSION—The minutes of the January 10 public hearing were reviewed.
LIBRARY - The December 1 meeting minutes and January 6 agenda were reviewed.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:29 p.m.
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Mead Community Group 40 Developmental Assets Tip of the Month
Constructive Use of Time: Young people need constructive, enriching opportunities for growth through creative activities, youth programs, congregational involvement, and quality time at home.
Asset #17 – Creative Activities: Kids spend three or more hours each week in lessons or practice of music, theater, or other arts. Encourage your children to get involved in the arts. As much as possible, let them choose what to do – play the piano (or the tuba), sing or act, dance, paint, write, draw, throw pots, or whatever interests them. Provide instruments, materials, and lessons (group lessons are fine). Allow and respect practice time.
Other ways to put it into practice:
*Hand down a hobby; quilting, carpentry or gardening are just a few examples.
*If you used to play an instrument, get it back out and play for enjoyment. Set a good example by practicing. Join a choir. Try out for a play .
Some ideas for very young children (ages 3-5):
*Make a book with your child. Cut out magazine illustrations to use for pictures. Write a fictional story with your child and yourself as the main characters.
*Incorporate music into your life. Sing, dance, check out music for young children from your library.
*Use music, puzzles, books, dramatic play and games to add variety and interest to your child's day.
Next Mead Community Group meeting is planned for Thursday, February 24th at 1:00 pm. Mead High School library. All interested parties are welcome.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
The VILLAGE OF MEAD is accepting bids for removal and replacement of shingles on the roof of the Public Library. Specifications are:
1) Tear off, haul and dispose of old shingles, check plywood
2) Apply ice and water shield and felt
3) Install drip edge, flashing, roof vents, etc.
4) Install new shingles (must have warranty of 25 years or greater)
Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at the Village Office, 312 S. Vine St., Box 46, Mead, NE 68041-0046. For information, contact Maintenance Superintendent, Nick Raver, at (402) 443-9688. Bids will be opened at the 6:00 p.m. February 8 meeting of the Board of Trustees.
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.net
Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Feb. 8, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm: Monday, Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Wednesday, Feb. 9, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Feb. 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.
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
9:00 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - February 12, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 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)
FEBRUARY 10
DOG AND CAT VACCINATION DAY
Please note that the Annual Dog and Cat Vaccination and License Day has been scheduled for Saturday, April 9 from 1:30—3:00 P.M. at the Mead Community Building
Dr. Dobesh will be available to give your pet shots and provide products to purchase for heartworm and fleas and ticks. Blood draw for heartworm is also available.
You may also purchase your annual tags for your dogs and cats on that day. Pet licenses are due May 1..
DISPOSE OF UNWANTED METAL
The Village Board of Trustees approved placing a dumpster to dispose of metal products by community residents. The dumpster is located at the dumpsite and is available only during regular dump hours. Only specific items are permitted at a fee of $2.00 per dump. Any questions, please contact Maintenance Superintendent Nick Raver.
MEAD MESSENGER
Volume 8, Issue 2
FEBRUARY, 2011
VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEET IN NUMBEROUS MEETINGS -
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Mead was held on January 11 at 6:00 p.m. Answering roll call were Chairperson A. Raver, Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller and Wielage. Also in attendance were Clerk/Treasurer Moline, Utility/Maintenance/Street Supt. N. Raver and Police Chief Carlson. Guests present were Justin Stine, Tim Adams, Julie Ogden, Steve Kadavy, Paul and Patty Knott, Bobbie and Lee Feldhaus, John Trouba, Andrea Elworth and Kathleen Elworth.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(6:08 p.m. - 6:12 p.m.) Ordinance No. 611, Conditional Use Permit to Frontier Co-op to place two propane tanks within the Light Industrial District at 410 E. Third St., Mead was approved.
(6:37 p.m. - 6:42 p.m.) Resolution 11-01, One and Six Year Street Plan was approved.
(7:18 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.) John Trouba, SENDD, reviewed documents required for an Application for a Wastewater Study using CDBG funds.
SCHEDULED GUESTS:
Street Supt., Julie Ogden with JEO Consulting, reported approval of a CDBG Street Study for $30,000.00, with $7,700.00 being local support.
Justin Stine, JEO Consulting, updated the board on the Water Study.
UNSCHEDULED GUESTS:
Paul and Patty Knott expressed concerns regarding the drainage from the grain bins at Frontier Co-op. They asked that Frontier reroute the drainage from the co-op to flow east rather than south to be considered.
The following action was taken: approve transfer of $4,000.00 from CD# 7533 to water checking account; awarded a contract for Grant General Administration of the CDBG Street Study Project to SENDD; approved JEO Consulting to conduct the Street Study; approved Resolution 11-02, made application for a Municipal Preliminary Engineering Report Project on the wastewater facilities with CDBG funds; adopted Ordinance 608, Alcoholic Beverages; Hours of Sale on third reading; approved first reading of Ordinance 612, Water and Sewer Rates and a $.75 hour wage increase to Clerk/Treasurer.
REPORTS:
UTILITY/MAINTENANCE/STREET SUPT. - A pump has been installed in the backup well and issues at the wastewater plant were reported.
POLICE - The monthly police report was given.
CLERK - Dates of Clerk Academy and completion of EECBG Energy Grant for improvements at the Community Building were reported. Meeting guidelines from the attorney were distributed to board members.
PLANNING COMMISSION—The minutes of the January 10 public hearing were reviewed.
LIBRARY - The December 1 meeting minutes and January 6 agenda were reviewed.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:29 p.m.
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Mead Community Group 40 Developmental Assets Tip of the Month
Constructive Use of Time: Young people need constructive, enriching opportunities for growth through creative activities, youth programs, congregational involvement, and quality time at home.
Asset #17 – Creative Activities: Kids spend three or more hours each week in lessons or practice of music, theater, or other arts. Encourage your children to get involved in the arts. As much as possible, let them choose what to do – play the piano (or the tuba), sing or act, dance, paint, write, draw, throw pots, or whatever interests them. Provide instruments, materials, and lessons (group lessons are fine). Allow and respect practice time.
Other ways to put it into practice:
*Hand down a hobby; quilting, carpentry or gardening are just a few examples.
*If you used to play an instrument, get it back out and play for enjoyment. Set a good example by practicing. Join a choir. Try out for a play .
Some ideas for very young children (ages 3-5):
*Make a book with your child. Cut out magazine illustrations to use for pictures. Write a fictional story with your child and yourself as the main characters.
*Incorporate music into your life. Sing, dance, check out music for young children from your library.
*Use music, puzzles, books, dramatic play and games to add variety and interest to your child's day.
Next Mead Community Group meeting is planned for Thursday, February 24th at 1:00 pm. Mead High School library. All interested parties are welcome.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
The VILLAGE OF MEAD is accepting bids for removal and replacement of shingles on the roof of the Public Library. Specifications are:
1) Tear off, haul and dispose of old shingles, check plywood
2) Apply ice and water shield and felt
3) Install drip edge, flashing, roof vents, etc.
4) Install new shingles (must have warranty of 25 years or greater)
Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at the Village Office, 312 S. Vine St., Box 46, Mead, NE 68041-0046. For information, contact Maintenance Superintendent, Nick Raver, at (402) 443-9688. Bids will be opened at the 6:00 p.m. February 8 meeting of the Board of Trustees.
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.net
Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board: Tuesday, Feb. 8, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm: Monday, Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board: Wednesday, Feb. 9, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue: Monday, Feb. 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.
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
9:00 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - February 12, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 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)
FEBRUARY 10
DOG AND CAT VACCINATION DAY
Please note that the Annual Dog and Cat Vaccination and License Day has been scheduled for Saturday, April 9 from 1:30—3:00 P.M. at the Mead Community Building
Dr. Dobesh will be available to give your pet shots and provide products to purchase for heartworm and fleas and ticks. Blood draw for heartworm is also available.
You may also purchase your annual tags for your dogs and cats on that day. Pet licenses are due May 1..
DISPOSE OF UNWANTED METAL
The Village Board of Trustees approved placing a dumpster to dispose of metal products by community residents. The dumpster is located at the dumpsite and is available only during regular dump hours. Only specific items are permitted at a fee of $2.00 per dump. Any questions, please contact Maintenance Superintendent Nick Raver.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Newsletter January 2011
Village of Mead
MEAD MESSENGER
Volume 8, Issue 1 – JANUARY 2011
VILLAGE OF MEAD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees met November 23 at 5:30 p.m. for a Public Hearing. Present were Chairperson Raver and Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier and Mayfield. Absent was Swanson. Also present was Clerk Moline. Guest present was Linda Malik.
Malik requested a Conditional Use Permit on a temporary basis to place a 23’ trailer on property owned by James and Linda Malik at 218 S. Elm St.
Action was taken to approve Ord. 609 for a Conditional Use Permit to James and Linda Malik to place the trailer at 218 S. Elm St. for three months.
The hearing adjourned at 5:34 p.m.
—————————–
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held Dec. 14 at 6:00 p.m. Present were Chairperson Raver, Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield and Swanson. Absent was Feldhaus. Taking the Oath of Office were Mayfield, Miller & Wielage. Raver was elected Chairperson. The following appointments were approved: Police Chief-Jerry Carlson; Clerk/Treasurer-June Moline; Utility/Maintenance/Street Supt.-Nick Raver; Librarian-Vera Kuhr; Attorney-Curt Bromm/Loren Lindahl; Street Supt.-Julie Ogden; Engineer-JEO Consulting Group; Accountant-Ed Schroeder; Official Depository-Bank of Mead; Official Newspaper-Wahoo Newspaper; 401K Administrator-Ameritas. Action approved was method of posting of meetings; Halbmaier and Mayfield to the Common Facility Board; Police Chief Carlson, A. Raver and Mary Miller to the Municipal Board of Health; Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller, Wielage and Planning Commission Chair to Board of Adjustments. A. Raver serves as Alternate on the Board of Adjustments.
Randy Robeson, Frontier Co-op, presented previously approved permits to construct a grain bin, remove propane tanks and saddles and relocate two tanks and saddles that previously housed anhydrous ammonia. A request in the near future will be presented to fill the two tanks with propane. Drainage concerns that come with this project were discussed.
Bob Sleight and Mike Petrus with the NE Fire Marshall’s office remarked on the proposal to locate two propane tanks at the location in the future.
Burneil Ecklund expressed drainage, trees, and fencing concerns at the dump.
N. Raver reported testing for water/sewer certifications; concerns at the wellhouse and sewer plant; requested a dumpster for metal products; brought a request from Ashley Guyle to purchase playground equipment with donated funds; and ceiling tiles and roof leak at the Community Building.
Moline reported roof replacement estimate for the library, 2011 unemployment tax rate, meter concerns and Christmas dinner.
Reports were presented for the police department, Planning Commission and Library.
The following action took place: Adopt Ord. 607; Trees on third reading; second reading of Ord. 608; Bar Hours; purchase $50.00 gift certificates to outgoing Trustees Feldhaus and Swanson; purchase a 10-year, $50,000.00 life insurance policy through Genworth for N. Raver; approve Steve Kadavy as Alternate on the Planning Commission; approve a $.50 hour wage increase and $500.00 Savings Bond to Librarian Vera Kuhr.
Discussion was provided from SENDD regarding funding possibilities for a Drainage Study; village recycling, utility billing procedure and account shut off.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
DISPOSE OF UNWANTED METAL
The Village Board of Trustees approved placing a dumpster to dispose of metal products by community residents. The dumpster is located at the dumpsite and is available only during regular dump hours. Only specific items are permitted at a fee of $2.00 per dump. Any questions, please contact Maintenance Superintendent Nick Raver.
SNOW REMOVAL GUIDELINES
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.
OF INTEREST TO THE PUBLIC
Steve Kadavy has agreed to serve on the Mead Planning Commission. Welcome!
Public Hearings will be held on January 10 at 7:30 p.m. by the Planning Commission and January 11 at 6:05 p.m. by the Board of Trustees. A request for a Conditional Use Permit from Frontier Co-op will be addressed to relocate two tanks formerly housing anhydrous ammonia at Frontier Co-op and fill with propane. The tank currently housing propane will be removed from the site.
The Trustees adopted on third reading, Ordinance 607 requiring all tree branches overhanging 14” from the ground surface to be trimmed by the homeowner.
Third reading will be heard at the January 11 meeting to amend bar closing hours to 2:00 a.m.
TO BE SIX AGAIN!
A man was sitting on the edge of the bed, watching his wife, who was looking at herself in the mirror. Since her birthday was not far off he asked what she’d like to have for her birthday. “I’d like to be six again”, she replied, still looking in the mirror ..
On the morning of her Birthday, he arose early, made her a nice big bowl of Lucky Charms, and then took her to Six Flags theme park. What a day! He put her on every ride in the park; the Death Slide, the Wall of Fear, the Screaming Roller Coaster, everything there was.
Five hours later they staggered out of the theme park. Her head was reeling and her stomach felt upside down. He then took her to a McDonald’s where he ordered her a Happy Meal with extra fries and a chocolate shake.
Then it was off to a movie, popcorn, a soda pop, and her favorite candy, M&M’s. What a fabulous adventure!
Finally she wobbled home with her husband and collapsed into bed exhausted.
He leaned over his wife with a big smile and lovingly asked, “Well Dear, what was it like being six again?”
Her eyes slowly opened and her expression suddenly changed. “I meant my dress size!”
Church Services
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - January 15, 10:00 -11:00 am
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
PRIMETIMERS - January 13, Noon - Potluck and fellowship
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
CHRISTMAS SERVICES AT ALMA
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service - 9 pm
Christmas Day Eucharist Julotta - 6 am
followed by egg coffee and rusks
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)
JANUARY 13th
Community Building Update
Improvement projects at the Community Building were recently completed. The projects were partially funded with energy grant dollars to allow the improvements The building has new light fixtures, air conditioners and furnaces. Call the Village Office if you’re looking to rent the building for a future event.
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
Take a Stand – your Mead Community Group has recently been instrumental in helping to sponsor an ad campaign targeted at some of the problems of inappropriate alcohol consumption.
The community group has received federal block grant funding through Region V Systems and has used some of that money to partner with other area coalitions in running some ads in eastern and southeastern Nebraska community papers.
The ads are: Take a Stand – between your kids and alcohol (Kids who begin drinking before the age of 15 are six times more likely to become alcoholics.)
Take a Stand - between your friend and one too many. (Binge drinkers are 14 times more likely to drive under the influence of alcohol.)
Take a Stand - between your friend and the wheel. (Every 45 minutes, a drunk driver kills someone.)
Your community group is concerned about the health and safety of the families in Mead. Responsible alcohol consumption is one way to avoid negative consequences. So.....don't be afraid to Take a Stand! Get involved in the Mead Community Group and help others make healthy choices.
For more information see www.TakeAStandNE.org
MCG 40 Developmental Assets Tip of the Month
Boundaries and Expectations – Young people need to know what is expected of them and whether activities and behaviors are “in bounds” or “out of bounds.”
Asset #6 – Family Boundaries – Learn who your children's friends are, then invite their parents to form a “parent network” with you. Agree that children will not be allowed to hold or attend parties without adult supervision. Make your home an inviting place for your kids and their friends. When they're home, you know where they are!
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.net
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, Jan. 11, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm:
Monday, Jan. 24, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, Jan. 5, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, Jan. 10, 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 MESSENGER
Volume 8, Issue 1 – JANUARY 2011
VILLAGE OF MEAD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Village of Mead Board of Trustees met November 23 at 5:30 p.m. for a Public Hearing. Present were Chairperson Raver and Trustees Feldhaus, Halbmaier and Mayfield. Absent was Swanson. Also present was Clerk Moline. Guest present was Linda Malik.
Malik requested a Conditional Use Permit on a temporary basis to place a 23’ trailer on property owned by James and Linda Malik at 218 S. Elm St.
Action was taken to approve Ord. 609 for a Conditional Use Permit to James and Linda Malik to place the trailer at 218 S. Elm St. for three months.
The hearing adjourned at 5:34 p.m.
—————————–
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees was held Dec. 14 at 6:00 p.m. Present were Chairperson Raver, Trustees Halbmaier, Mayfield and Swanson. Absent was Feldhaus. Taking the Oath of Office were Mayfield, Miller & Wielage. Raver was elected Chairperson. The following appointments were approved: Police Chief-Jerry Carlson; Clerk/Treasurer-June Moline; Utility/Maintenance/Street Supt.-Nick Raver; Librarian-Vera Kuhr; Attorney-Curt Bromm/Loren Lindahl; Street Supt.-Julie Ogden; Engineer-JEO Consulting Group; Accountant-Ed Schroeder; Official Depository-Bank of Mead; Official Newspaper-Wahoo Newspaper; 401K Administrator-Ameritas. Action approved was method of posting of meetings; Halbmaier and Mayfield to the Common Facility Board; Police Chief Carlson, A. Raver and Mary Miller to the Municipal Board of Health; Halbmaier, Mayfield, Miller, Wielage and Planning Commission Chair to Board of Adjustments. A. Raver serves as Alternate on the Board of Adjustments.
Randy Robeson, Frontier Co-op, presented previously approved permits to construct a grain bin, remove propane tanks and saddles and relocate two tanks and saddles that previously housed anhydrous ammonia. A request in the near future will be presented to fill the two tanks with propane. Drainage concerns that come with this project were discussed.
Bob Sleight and Mike Petrus with the NE Fire Marshall’s office remarked on the proposal to locate two propane tanks at the location in the future.
Burneil Ecklund expressed drainage, trees, and fencing concerns at the dump.
N. Raver reported testing for water/sewer certifications; concerns at the wellhouse and sewer plant; requested a dumpster for metal products; brought a request from Ashley Guyle to purchase playground equipment with donated funds; and ceiling tiles and roof leak at the Community Building.
Moline reported roof replacement estimate for the library, 2011 unemployment tax rate, meter concerns and Christmas dinner.
Reports were presented for the police department, Planning Commission and Library.
The following action took place: Adopt Ord. 607; Trees on third reading; second reading of Ord. 608; Bar Hours; purchase $50.00 gift certificates to outgoing Trustees Feldhaus and Swanson; purchase a 10-year, $50,000.00 life insurance policy through Genworth for N. Raver; approve Steve Kadavy as Alternate on the Planning Commission; approve a $.50 hour wage increase and $500.00 Savings Bond to Librarian Vera Kuhr.
Discussion was provided from SENDD regarding funding possibilities for a Drainage Study; village recycling, utility billing procedure and account shut off.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
DISPOSE OF UNWANTED METAL
The Village Board of Trustees approved placing a dumpster to dispose of metal products by community residents. The dumpster is located at the dumpsite and is available only during regular dump hours. Only specific items are permitted at a fee of $2.00 per dump. Any questions, please contact Maintenance Superintendent Nick Raver.
SNOW REMOVAL GUIDELINES
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.
OF INTEREST TO THE PUBLIC
Steve Kadavy has agreed to serve on the Mead Planning Commission. Welcome!
Public Hearings will be held on January 10 at 7:30 p.m. by the Planning Commission and January 11 at 6:05 p.m. by the Board of Trustees. A request for a Conditional Use Permit from Frontier Co-op will be addressed to relocate two tanks formerly housing anhydrous ammonia at Frontier Co-op and fill with propane. The tank currently housing propane will be removed from the site.
The Trustees adopted on third reading, Ordinance 607 requiring all tree branches overhanging 14” from the ground surface to be trimmed by the homeowner.
Third reading will be heard at the January 11 meeting to amend bar closing hours to 2:00 a.m.
TO BE SIX AGAIN!
A man was sitting on the edge of the bed, watching his wife, who was looking at herself in the mirror. Since her birthday was not far off he asked what she’d like to have for her birthday. “I’d like to be six again”, she replied, still looking in the mirror ..
On the morning of her Birthday, he arose early, made her a nice big bowl of Lucky Charms, and then took her to Six Flags theme park. What a day! He put her on every ride in the park; the Death Slide, the Wall of Fear, the Screaming Roller Coaster, everything there was.
Five hours later they staggered out of the theme park. Her head was reeling and her stomach felt upside down. He then took her to a McDonald’s where he ordered her a Happy Meal with extra fries and a chocolate shake.
Then it was off to a movie, popcorn, a soda pop, and her favorite candy, M&M’s. What a fabulous adventure!
Finally she wobbled home with her husband and collapsed into bed exhausted.
He leaned over his wife with a big smile and lovingly asked, “Well Dear, what was it like being six again?”
Her eyes slowly opened and her expression suddenly changed. “I meant my dress size!”
Church Services
ALMA LUTHERAN 219 W Fifth St.
Worship - 8:30 am - first Sunday of the month
10:30 am - all other Sundays
9:15 am Sunday School for all ages
7:00 pm Youth Meeting
PANERA BREAD - January 15, 10:00 -11:00 am
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
PRIMETIMERS - January 13, Noon - Potluck and fellowship
ST. JAMES CATHOLIC 213 E. Eighth St.
5:30 pm Saturday Mass
9:00 am Sunday Mass
(check bulletin for daily mass, generally 7:00 a.m.)
CHRISTMAS SERVICES AT ALMA
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service - 9 pm
Christmas Day Eucharist Julotta - 6 am
followed by egg coffee and rusks
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)
JANUARY 13th
Community Building Update
Improvement projects at the Community Building were recently completed. The projects were partially funded with energy grant dollars to allow the improvements The building has new light fixtures, air conditioners and furnaces. Call the Village Office if you’re looking to rent the building for a future event.
Mead Community Group Healthy Family Tip of the Month
Take a Stand – your Mead Community Group has recently been instrumental in helping to sponsor an ad campaign targeted at some of the problems of inappropriate alcohol consumption.
The community group has received federal block grant funding through Region V Systems and has used some of that money to partner with other area coalitions in running some ads in eastern and southeastern Nebraska community papers.
The ads are: Take a Stand – between your kids and alcohol (Kids who begin drinking before the age of 15 are six times more likely to become alcoholics.)
Take a Stand - between your friend and one too many. (Binge drinkers are 14 times more likely to drive under the influence of alcohol.)
Take a Stand - between your friend and the wheel. (Every 45 minutes, a drunk driver kills someone.)
Your community group is concerned about the health and safety of the families in Mead. Responsible alcohol consumption is one way to avoid negative consequences. So.....don't be afraid to Take a Stand! Get involved in the Mead Community Group and help others make healthy choices.
For more information see www.TakeAStandNE.org
MCG 40 Developmental Assets Tip of the Month
Boundaries and Expectations – Young people need to know what is expected of them and whether activities and behaviors are “in bounds” or “out of bounds.”
Asset #6 – Family Boundaries – Learn who your children's friends are, then invite their parents to form a “parent network” with you. Agree that children will not be allowed to hold or attend parties without adult supervision. Make your home an inviting place for your kids and their friends. When they're home, you know where they are!
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.net
̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴ ̴
Ailene Raver, Chairperson
Jim Halbmaier, Trustee
Steve Mayfield, Trustee
Adam Miller, Trustee
Richard Wielage, Trustee
June Moline, Clerk/Treas. 624-2495
Nick Raver, Ut/Mnt. Supt. 443-9688
Jerry Carlson, Police Chief 624-2056
Vera Kuhr, Librarian 624-6605
Mike Coyle, Fire Chief 443-7164
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Village Board:
Tuesday, Jan. 11, 6:00 p.m.
Planning Comm:
Monday, Jan. 24, 7:30 p.m.
Library Board:
Wednesday, Jan. 5, 7:00 p.m.
Fire & Rescue:
Monday, Jan. 10, 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.
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