March 13, 2024
CITY COUNCIL
March 13, 2024 Louisville, NE
A meeting of the City Council of the City of Louisville was held on March 13, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Present were Mayor Rod Petersen, Council Members Justin Barnes and Paul Pankonin. Jamion Biesterfeld and Jerry McClun were absent. Also, present were City Attorney Roger Johnson and guests. Mayor Petersen stated that the Open Meetings Act is posted at the rear of the room and a copy of all meeting materials is available with the clerk.
Notice of the regular meeting was given in advance thereof by posting in three (3) public places as shown by the certificate attached to these minutes. Notice was simultaneously given to all council members. Their acknowledgement of receipt of notice and the agenda is attached to these minutes. All proceedings thereafter were taken while the convened meeting was open to the public.
Mayor Petersen called the meeting to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was said. Barnes moves, Pankonin seconds to approve the consent agenda with the exception of the appointment to the Care Center Advisory Board. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried.
Mayor Petersen opens the hearing at 7:02 p.m. to consider revision of the zoning ordinance section 7.11.11 regarding swimming pool covers. No public comment was made. Mayor Petersen closes the hearing at 7:03 p.m.
Mayor Petersen opens the hearing at 7:05 p.m. for the consideration of a Class C Liquor License for Louisville Liquors, LLC. Andy Mixan and Lucas Stock were present as new owners to answer any questions. Mayor Petersen closes the hearing at 7:08 p.m.
Pankonin moves, Barnes seconds to approve Resolution 24-05; Class C Liquor license approval for Louisville Liquors, LLC. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried.
Angie Buglewicz reported for the Care Center. Some items discussed: new director of nursing, security upgrades, window coverings, and income percentage of Medicaid.
Jennifer Rose reported for the library. Some items discussed: no bids for surplus paintings, website and newsletter updates, board policies for accreditation, loose floor tiles and upcoming Easter Egg hunt.
Pankonin moves, Barnes seconds to approve the contract for Electronic Health Records software with Point Click Care at Louisville Care Center. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried.
Steve and Kim Novotny from Mrs. T’s Dairy Crème were present to discuss parklets. One of the major concerns was setting a precedent. More information, specifically the size, will be gathered and the item will be laid over to the next regular city council meeting.
Mayor Petersen reported for street, water and sewer. Some items discussed: sinking panels on Henry Street repairs.
Written sheriff, fire and rescue reports were circulated.
Bill Lueder reported for LBPA. They continue to work on the sun shades. And high school baseball is in full swing and summer leagues forming.
An internal audit was conducted verifying checks to invoices by the council members.
Barnes moves, Pankonin seconds to approve Resolution 24-02; no parking on either side of 6th Street west of Maple to UP Railroad tracks. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried.
Pankonin moves, Barnes seconds to approve Resolution 24-03; columbarium policies approval. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried.
Barnes moves, Pankonin seconds to approve Resolution 24-04; street closing policies approval. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried.
Barnes moves, Pankonin seconds to introduce and suspend the three required statutory readings of Ordinance 1060; fee schedule ordinance. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin, Petersen; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried. Pankonin moves, Barnes seconds to adopt Ordinance 1060 by title only on third and final reading. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin, Petersen; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried.
Pankonin moves, Barnes seconds to introduce and suspend the three required statutory readings of Ordinance 1061; revision of zoning regulations section 7.11 regarding swimming pool covers. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin, Petersen; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried. Barnes moves, Pankonin seconds to adopt Ordinance 1061 by title only on third and final reading. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin, Petersen; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried.
Barnes moves, Pankonin seconds to enter closed session at 7:55 p.m. to protect the public interest to discuss the business structure, finances, rates and other charges as related to the Louisville Care Center. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried. Mayor Petersen restated the reason for the closed session. Pankonin moves, Barnes seconds to exit closed session and reconvene to regular session at 8:25 p.m. Roll call vote: ayes – Barnes, Pankonin; absent – McClun, Biesterfeld; nays – none. Motion carried.
Mayor Petersen adjourned the public meeting at 8:26 p.m.
I, the undersigned clerk, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the proceedings had and done by the Mayor and City Council of Louisville. To the best of my knowledge, the agenda was kept continually current and available for public inspection; and the minutes were in written form and available for public inspection within 10 working days. The minutes are published in summary form. Upon request a complete copy is available at City Hall.
Dee Arias, City Clerk