Public Meetings - Lincoln, Nebraska

The Lincoln City Council met in regular session on Monday, June 3, 2024 at 3:00 PM. Council members Bowers and Duden were absent. The meeting was adjourned at 3:26 PM. All votes were unanimous (5-0) among present members. Consent Calendar - 24R-230 – Appointing Lynn Sunderman to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term expiring February 1, 2029. Adopted (5-0). - Treasurer's Report – Report of city cash on hand as of March 31, 2024 placed on file. - Clerk's Letter – Mayor's approval of resolutions and ordinances passed on May 13, 2024 placed on file. - 24R-236 – Setting a public hearing for June 10, 2024 at 3:00 PM for a manager application of Murphy Oil USA Inc. (Murphy Express 8781) at 3301 North 85th Street. Adopted (5-0). - Informal petition – Referred to Transportation and Utilities: paving special assessment district for Garland Street from N 63rd St to N 64th St submitted by Ginar Majid. - Administrative approvals – Several administrative amendments and a waiver placed on file as noted in the agenda (items 2.c). - Referrals to Planning Department – Change of Zone 24014 (Agricultural to I-1 at 8401 N 70th St); Special Permit 1713D (Aspen 3rd Addition CUP); Change of Zone 24013 (R-4 to H-3 at NW 9th and W Saunders Ave). Liquor Resolutions - 24R-237 – Application of RC's Boxing Productions Inc. for addition of an outdoor area (2 acres) at 1555 Yolande Avenue. Adopted for approval (5-0). - 24R-238 – Application of Zoo Blues Inc. (Zoo Bar) for a special designated license covering an outdoor area (516 ft x 195 ft) at 14th Street between O and P Streets on July 4-6, 2024. Adopted for approval (5-0). Resolutions (Public Hearing) - 24R-231 – Accepting and approving report of new and pending claims against the City for May 1-15, 2024. Adopted (5-0). Ordinances – 2nd Reading & Related Resolutions - 24-61 – Memorandum of Understanding with Capital Business Systems/Ricoh USA for copy machine lease (expires Jan 25, 2026, with five one-year renewal options). - 24-62 – Change of Zone 24011 (H-1 to H-3) at N 27th Street and Wildcat Drive. - 24R-232 / 24-63 – Comprehensive Plan Conformance 24009 and conveyance of conservation easement over West View PUD flood storage area; Corporation Warranty Deed to Par 72 LLC. Ordinances – 3rd Reading & Related Resolutions - 24-52 – Land Exchange Agreement with Cotswold Management LLC for properties at 7th and M Streets, including multiple associated agreements. Passed (5-0, 21607). - 24-53 – Amendment No. 1 to Real Property Agreement with West Haymarket JPA. Passed (5-0, 21608). - 24-54 – Amending pay schedule for employee groups with “F” prefix pay ranges effective August 17, 2023. Passed (5-0, 21609). - 24-60 – Amending Lincoln Municipal Code to define “Hiker-Biker trail,” prohibit certain motorized vehicles on shared use paths, and clarify swimming prohibitions in fountains. Amendment (MTA1) adopted and ordinance passed as amended (5-0, 21610). Resolutions – 1st Reading - 24R-239 – Reappointing Gloria Aron and Tammy Burton-Fikar to Aging Partners Areawide Advisory Council (terms expire June 30, 2027). - 24R-240 – Advertising Agreement with Bench Craft Company for municipal golf course advertising (four-year term expiring June 30, 2029). - 24R-241 – LPA Program Agreement with NDOT for Federal Carbon Reduction Act funds for Rock Island Undercrossing at Old Cheney Road. - 24R-242 – Interlocal Agreement with Lancaster County for Aging Partners services. - 24R-243 – FY24-25 Annual Action Plan for HUD Entitlement Programs (CDBG, HOME, ESG). Ordinances – 1st Reading & Related Resolutions - 24-64 / 24-69 – Real Estate Exchange Agreement with Lancaster County for property between 8th-9th and J-K Streets; Comprehensive Plan Conformance 24008 and CIP amendment to declare City’s 50% interest at 555 S. 9th St. surplus and appropriate $155,000 for Permanent Supportive Housing for Chronically Homeless Project at 8th and J Streets. - 24-65 – Street Name Change 24001: W. Monroe Street to W. Monroe Court east of SW 44th Street. - 24-66 – Text Amendment 24005: Allowing more than one main use on a lot in R-1 through R-4 districts for places of religious assembly; amending parking requirements. - 24-67 / 24-68 – Annexation 24005 of 25.95 acres at SE corner of W. Old Cheney Road and SW 12th Street; Change of Zone 24012 (AG to R-3 on 10.66 acres and AG to R-4 on 12.06 acres) for SW Folsom Development LLC. Pending List (Extended One Week) - 10.a – 10.h – Six items related to the Falcon Corner Redevelopment Project at NW 48th Street and Interstate 80 (comprehensive plan conformance, redevelopment agreement, TIF funding, tax allocation bonds, comprehensive plan amendment, annexation, conditional annexation agreement, change of zone). All placed on pending list with no date certain since January 29, 2024. - 10.i – 10.j – Street & Alley Vacation 23005 (South 1st Street between Pioneers Blvd. and Old Cheney Road) and First Amendment to Annexation and Change of Zone Agreement for Wilderness Crossing. Placed on pending list with continued public hearing (no date certain) on May 6, 2024.

The Lincoln City Council met on May 20, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. and adjourned at 7:02 p.m. All members were present except Councilmember Bowers (absent for several consent and liquor items). The Council acted on a wide range of items including liquor licenses, a firefighter labor contract, a downtown redevelopment plan, land exchanges, zoning changes, and various administrative matters. No public comments were recorded. Consent Calendar - Clerk’s Letters & Mayor’s Approvals for resolutions and ordinances passed on April 22, 29, and May 6, 2024 – placed on file. - Lincoln Electric Financial & Operating Statement for April 2024 – placed on file. - Liquor license hearing dates set for June 10, 2024 (3:00 p.m.) for: Residence Inn, Drybar, Hampton Inn & Suites Lincoln South Heritage Park, Red Zone Sports Bar & Grill, Tailwind LNK addition, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, and Tank’s Country (Class CK and Entertainment District). Also a hearing date of June 3, 2024 for RC’s Boxing Productions outdoor addition. All resolutions adopted 6-0 (Bowers absent). - Referrals to Planning Department for various zone changes, special permits, text amendments, and use permits (details in agenda). Public Hearing – Liquor Resolutions - Canyon Joe's Barbecue (Class I liquor license) – Approved 6-0 (Bowers absent). Manager Joseph T. Hager also approved. - Pinnacle Bank Arena – Addition of indoor and outdoor areas – Approved 6-0 (Bowers absent). Public Hearing – Resolutions - Lincoln Firefighters Association (IAFF) Labor Contract (2023‑2026) – Approved 7-0. - Comprehensive Plan Conformance 24007 – Amendment to the Greater Downtown Principal Corridors Redevelopment Project, adding the Central at South Haymarket project, updating TIF amounts, etc. – Approved 7-0. - Consultant Agreement with North Risk Partners (insurance brokerage, up to $60,000 annually for four years, with renewal options) – Approved 7-0. Public Hearing – Ordinances 2nd Reading & Related Resolutions - Land Exchange Agreement with Cotswold Management, LLC (7th & M Streets) – Ordinance 24-52 approved. - West Haymarket JPA Amendment (real property transfers) – Ordinance 24-53 approved. - Pay schedule adjustment for certain employee groups (related to IAFF contract) – Ordinance 24-54 approved. - Trail and waterway ordinance (hiker‑biker trail definition, motorized vehicle prohibition, fountain swimming prohibition) – Ordinance 24-60 approved. Ordinances – 3rd Reading & Related Resolutions - Text Amendment 24004 – Removes parking requirements for restaurants, social halls, and on‑premises alcohol sales in B‑2 and B‑5 districts – Passed 7-0. - Change of Zone 24009 (70th & Pine Lake Road) to R‑3 and Special Permit 24011 for a Residential Healthcare Facility (85 units, height waiver) – Passed 7-0. - Annexation 23008 (37.75 acres at N. 70th & Arbor Road) – Passed 7-0. - Change of Zone 23057 (34.24 acres at same location to I‑1 Industrial) – Passed 7-0. - Conditional Zoning & Annexation Agreement with Pacific Empire Developers – Adopted 7-0. Resolutions & Ordinances – 1st Reading - Appointment of Lynn Sunderman to Board of Zoning Appeals (term to 2029) – 1st reading. - Claims Report (May 1–15, 2024) – 1st reading. - MOU for Ricoh copy machines (through 2026 with renewal options) – 1st reading. - Change of Zone 24011 (N. 27th & Wildcat Drive, H‑1 to H‑3) – 1st reading. - Comprehensive Plan Conformance 24009 (conservation easement for West View PUD) – 1st reading. - Corporation Warranty Deed to Par 72, LLC – 1st reading. Pending List (Deferred Indefinitely) - Falcon Corner Redevelopment Project (items 24R‑18, 24R‑35, 24R‑36, 24‑10, 23R‑638, 23‑158, 23R‑639, 23‑159) – Continue on pending list without a return date. - Street & Alley Vacation 23005 (Wilderness Crossing, near S. 1st & Pioneers) and related amendment – Continue on pending list. Key Outcomes - Approvals: All consent items, liquor licenses, labor contract, comprehensive plan amendment, and insurance broker contract passed with unanimous votes (6‑0 or 7‑0). - Ordinances: All second‑ and third‑reading ordinances passed unanimously. - Deferrals: Eight items related to the Falcon Corner project and one vacation matter remain on the pending list with no set return date. - Next Meeting: No meeting on May 27 due to Memorial Day; next regular meeting will be June 3, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

The Lincoln City Council met on Monday, May 13, 2024 at 3:00 PM with all seven members present. The council addressed a consent agenda, multiple liquor license applications, zoning and annexation items, and several resolutions. Key actions included approval of the Shops at Lincoln redevelopment project with tax increment financing, denial of a liquor license for Tru by Hilton, and adoption of the Lincoln Firefighters Association labor contract. The meeting adjourned at 4:14 PM. Consent Calendar - Community awards presented: Certificate of Merit to Marie "Elaine" Smith, Tony Bisesi, Mary Lingelbach, Ruth Kupfer, and Linara Grace Renee Carlson; Life Saving Awards to Brooklyn Kindschuch, Emily Schnieder, Ashlee Anderson, Pedro Arroya Varela, Robert Fitch, and Gary Kuhnel; Meritorious Conduct Award to Brian Sims. - Reappointment of Becky Hanna to the Lincoln Housing Authority Board (term to expire July 1, 2029). - Reappointment of Ryan Dale to the City Personnel Board (term to expire June 22, 2029). - Reappointment of Mike Donlan and Douglas Emery to the Charter Revision Commission (terms to expire July 15, 2028). - Resolution levying special taxes for the College View, Havelock, North 27th Street, South Street, University Place, and West O Street Business Improvement Districts. All consent items were adopted by a 7-0 vote. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were recorded during the open microphone session. Liquor License Resolutions (Public Hearing) - 24R-211 & 24R-212: Application of O Street Hotel Associates, LLC dba Tru by Hilton for a Class C Liquor License and manager application of Amanda M. Cadena at 305 North 50th Street. Both were adopted for denial by a 7-0 vote. - 24R-213 through 24R-221: Applications for special designated licenses for outdoor events were all adopted for approval by 7-0 votes: - Sideshow Spirits, Loup River Distilling, and Blended Distilling for an event at 1630 P Street on June 1, 2024 (8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.). - The Mill and Scarlet Hotel for an event at 2021 Transformation Drive on May 25, 2024 (4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.). - Hiro 88, Gate 25, and Longwells for the Food Truck Rodeo on Canopy Street on May 25, 2024 (2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.). - Glacial Till Vineyard & Winery for the Haymarket Farmers Market on multiple Saturdays from June 1 through October 12, 2024 (8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.). Resolutions (Public Hearing) - 24R-203: Report of new and pending claims against the City for April 16-30, 2024, was adopted (7-0). Ordinances – Second Reading & Related Resolutions - 24-56: Text Amendment 24004 removing parking requirements for restaurants, social halls, and on-premises alcohol sales in B-2 and B-5 zoning districts. - 24-57 & 24R-205: Zone change from AGR to R-3 and special permit for a residential healthcare facility (up to 85 units with height waiver) at S 70th and Pine Lake Road. - 24-58, 24-59, 24R-206: Annexation of 37.75 acres, zone change from AG to I-1 Industrial District, and conditional zoning/annexation agreement for property at NW corner of N 70th Street and Arbor Road. Ordinances – Third Reading & Related Resolutions - 24-49: Amended purchasing threshold from $10,000 to $50,000 for one-time purchases (passed 7-0). - 24R-186, 24R-187, 24-50, 24-51: Approved the Shops at Lincoln redevelopment agreement (6400 O Street), authorized $7,534,974 in tax increment financing, issued tax allocation bonds not to exceed $7,534,974, and imposed a 0.5% occupation tax effective September 1, 2024. All adopted/passed 7-0. Resolutions – First Reading - 24R-204: Approved the labor contract between the City and the Lincoln Firefighters Association, Local No. 644 (IAFF) for the term August 17, 2023 through August 31, 2026. - 24R-208: Comprehensive Plan Conformance for the Greater Downtown Principal Corridors Redevelopment Project, adding the Central at South Haymarket Redevelopment Project and updating boundaries. - 24R-209: Consultant agreement with North Risk Partners, LLC for insurance brokerage services (4-year term, renewable for two 2-year terms, not to exceed $60,000 annually). Ordinances – First Reading - 24-52 & 24-53: Land exchange agreement with Cotswold Management, LLC at 7th and M Streets, and amendment to the Real Property Agreement with the West Haymarket JPA. - 24-54: Amended pay schedule for employees in F-prefix pay ranges, effective August 17, 2023 (related to firefighters contract). - 24-60: Amended definitions for hiker-biker trails, prohibited motorized vehicles on shared use paths and trails, and clarified swimming/bathing/wading prohibitions in fountains. Pending List - Items related to the Falcon Corner Redevelopment Project (NW 48th & I-80) and the Wilderness Crossing street vacation (South 1st Street) remain on the pending list with no date certain for action. Key Outcomes - All consent calendar items, reappointments, and business improvement district levies were approved (7-0). - Liquor license for Tru by Hilton was denied; all special designated licenses were approved (7-0). - The Shops at Lincoln redevelopment package (TIF, bonds, occupation tax) was fully approved. - The firefighters' labor contract was adopted. - Several ordinance changes advanced to final reading or were introduced for first reading.

The Lincoln City Council convened on Monday, May 6, 2024, at 3:00 PM with all members present. Prior to the regular meeting, the Board of Equalization met to consider several maintenance business improvement districts. The meeting began with the Mayor's Award of Excellence presented to Scott Parker of the Lincoln Police Department. All actions during the meeting were approved unanimously (7-0) unless otherwise noted. Board of Equalization (convened at 3:00 PM, adjourned at 3:17 PM) - The Board elected a chair and read the opening statement. The City Clerk read the districts into the record. - Approved the following Maintenance Business Improvement Districts (all 7-0): - College View Maintenance Business Improvement District (South 48th Street between Calvert Street and Pioneers Boulevard) - Havelock Street Maintenance Business Improvement District (Havelock Avenue from Cornhusker Highway to 64th Street) - North 27th Street Maintenance Business Improvement District (North 26th to 28th Street, O Street to Fair Street) - South Street Maintenance Business Improvement District (alley west of 9th Street to 19th Street) - University Place Maintenance Business Improvement District (North 48th Street from Colby Street to half block north of Adams, and Saint Paul Avenue from North 47th to 50th) - West O Street Maintenance Business Improvement District (West O Street from 3rd Street to Homestead Expressway) - No public testimony was presented. Staff remarks were heard. The Board then voted and adjourned. Consent Calendar (Items 1-3) - Idle Funds Interest (24R-207): Approved distribution of interest earnings on short-term investments for March 2024. (Adopted, 7-0) - Lincoln Electric System Reports: Placed on file the financial and operating statements for December 2023 through March 2024, and the 2023 Annual Report. - Liquor License Hearings (24R-198 and 24R-199): Set hearing dates of May 20, 2024, at 5:30 PM for applications from Canyon Joe's Barbecue and SMG Food and Beverage (dba Pinnacle Bank Arena). (Adopted, 7-0) - Administrative Amendments: Referred to Planning Department for amendments to Special Permits (Camp A Way and Dominion at Stevens Creek) approved by Planning Director. - Miscellaneous Referrals: None. - Vote on Consent Items: All consent items were approved as presented. Public Hearing - Ordinances 2nd Reading & Related Resolutions (Items 4.a-4.g) - Street & Alley Vacation (24-47) and First Amendment to Annexation/Change of Zone Agreement for Wilderness Crossing (24R-185): A verbal motion placed both items on the pending list with no date certain and continued public hearing (7-0). - Purchasing Division Threshold (24-49): Amended municipal code to raise the threshold for one-time purchases from $10,000 to $50,000. (Second reading, action date May 13, 2024) - Shops at Lincoln Redevelopment (24R-186, 24R-187, 24-50, 24-51): Items related to the redevelopment at 6400 O Street, including approval of redevelopment agreement, CIP amendment for $7,534,974 in TIF, authorization for tax allocation bonds, and a 0.5% occupation tax effective September 1, 2024. All had second reading and action date of May 13, 2024. Ordinances - 3rd Reading & Related Resolutions (Items 5.a-5.b) - Text Amendment 24002 (24-44): Amended LMC Section 27.72.060 to allow air conditioners/heat pumps to be placed 4 feet (instead of 3 feet) from the side yard building line. (Passed, 7-0) - Change of Zone 07060D (24-45): Amended the Wilderness Heights PUD to increase commercial space by 17,000 sq ft (total 231,000 sq ft), increase dwelling units by 47 (total 1,451), and allow townhomes on Blocks 8-10 with waivers, at S. 40th Street and Yankee Hill Road. (Passed, 7-0) Resolutions - 1st Reading (Items 6.a-6.d) - Reappointments: - Becky Hanna to Lincoln Housing Authority Board (term to 2029) - Ryan Dale to City Personnel Board (term to June 22, 2029) - Mike Donlan and Douglas Emery to Charter Revision Commission (terms to July 15, 2028) - Claims Report (24R-203): Accepted and approved new and pending claims for April 16-30, 2024. Ordinances - 1st Reading & Related Resolutions (Items 7.a-7.f) - Text Amendment 24004 (24-56): Removed parking requirements for restaurants, social halls, and on-premises alcohol sales in B-2 and B-5 zoning districts. (First reading) - Change of Zone 24009 (24-57) and Special Permit 24011 (24R-205): For property at S. 70th and Pine Lake Road, changing zone from AGR to R-3 and allowing a residential healthcare facility for up to 85 units with a height waiver. (First reading) - Annexation 23008 (24-58), Change of Zone 23057 (24-59), and Conditional Zoning/Annexation Agreement (24R-206): For property at NW corner of N. 70th and Arbor Road, annexing 37.75 acres and changing zone from AG to I-1 Industrial (34.24 acres). (First reading, action date May 20, 2024 for the agreement) Pending List (Items 8.a-8.h - extended one week) - Falcon Corner/Pending Items: All items related to the Falcon Corner project (comprehensive plan amendment, annexation, change of zone, redevelopment agreement, TIF, tax allocation bonds) remained on the pending list with no date certain, as previously motioned. Public Comment (Open Microphone) - No open microphone session was held at this meeting; the next sessions are scheduled for May 13 and 20, 2024. Key Outcomes - All votes during the regular meeting were unanimous (7-0) where recorded. - Items 4.a and 4.b (Wilderness Crossing) were placed on pending list with continued public hearing. - Items 4.c through 4.g and 7.a through 7.f have scheduled action dates (May 13 or May 20, 2024). - The Falcon Corner project remains on pending list. - The meeting adjourned at 3:52 PM.

The Lincoln City Council met on Monday, April 29, 2024, at 5:30 PM in a regular session. The meeting included a consent agenda, public hearings on liquor licenses and resolutions, second and third readings of ordinances, first readings of several items, and updates on pending items. All votes on adopted items were unanimous (7-0). The meeting adjourned at 6:23 PM. Consent Calendar - 24R-176: Appointing Ameil Kieu to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (term expiring April 27, 2026) – Adopted. - 24R-177: Appointing Jill Flagel to the Mayor's Multicultural Advisory Committee (term expiring September 18, 2026) – Adopted. - 24R-178: Reappointing Alyssa Martin to the Commission on Human Rights (term expiring December 31, 2026) – Adopted. - 24R-192 to 24R-197: Approving assessment resolutions for six Business Improvement Districts (College View, Havelock, North 27th Street, University Place, West O Street, South Street) – All adopted. - 24R-188: Setting a hearing date of May 13, 2024, at 3:00 PM for a Class C liquor license application for Tru by Hilton – Adopted. - Clerk's Letter: Placed on file regarding resolutions and ordinances passed on April 15, 2024. Public Comments & Testimony - An open microphone session was held for items not on the agenda. No specific comments or testimony were recorded in the agenda summary. Discussion Items - Public Hearing – Liquor Resolutions: - 24R-189: Aragon Tavern – Addition of outdoor area (approx. 47 ft x 9 ft at 1125 Q St) – Adopted for approval. - 24R-190: Early Bird – Addition of second outdoor area (approx. 36 ft x 8 ft at 1900 K St) – Adopted for approval. - 24R-191: Hub Cafe – Special designated licenses for four dates in 2024 (5-9 PM at 250 N 21st St) – Adopted for approval. - Public Hearing – Resolutions: - 24R-179: Accepting new and pending claims against the City (April 1-15, 2024) – Adopted. - 24R-180: Assessing costs ($1,576.19 total) for sidewalk snow/ice removal on four properties (2023-2024 winter) – Adopted as amended. - Ordinances – 2nd Reading (no vote; continued to future meeting): - 24-44: Text Amendment 24002 – Allow air conditioners/heat pumps at 4 ft instead of 3 ft from building in side yards. - 24-45: Change of Zone 07060D – Amendments to Wilderness Heights PUD (increase commercial space by 17,000 sq ft, add 47 dwelling units, allow townhomes with waivers). - Ordinances – 3rd Reading: - 24-43: Street and Alley Vacation 24002 – Vacate portion of alley between D and E Streets (13th to 14th St) – Passed. - Ordinances – 1st Reading (action dates set for May 13, 2024): - 24-47 / 24R-185: Street vacation and annexation agreement for Wilderness Crossing (South 1st St & Pioneers Blvd). - 24-49: Amending purchasing thresholds from $10,000 to $50,000 for one-time purchases. - 24R-186 / 24R-187 / 24-50 / 24-51: Shops at Lincoln Redevelopment – Approval of redevelopment agreement, $7,534,974 in TIF, tax allocation bonds, and 0.5% occupation tax. - Pending List (Extended One Week): Items related to Falcon Corner (NW 48th & I-80) – Comprehensive plan conformance, redevelopment agreement, TIF, bonds, comprehensive plan amendment, annexation, conditional annexation agreement, and change of zone. No action taken; remain on pending list. Key Outcomes - All consent calendar items (10 resolutions) were adopted by a 7-0 vote. - Three liquor license expansions/special licenses were approved unanimously. - The claims report and snow removal assessment resolutions passed (the latter as amended). - One street vacation ordinance (24-43) passed on third reading. - First reading items (wilderness crossing, purchasing changes, Shops at Lincoln) were introduced with action scheduled for May 13, 2024. - The Falcon Corner pending list items were continued without a set date for further action. - The meeting adjourned at 6:23 PM.

The Lincoln City Council met on Monday, April 22, 2024, at 3:00 PM. All seven council members were present. The meeting adjourned at 4:09 PM. All agenda items were approved unanimously (7-0). Consent Calendar - 24R-163: Appointing Cody Schaaf to the Veterans Memorial Garden Advisory Council (partial term to November 1, 2025). Adopted. - 24R-164: Reappointing Isabelle Huertas and Adrian Lauer to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (terms to May 31, 2025). Adopted. - 24R-165: Reappointing Jessica Boren, Tut Kailech, Sherrie Nelson, and Jonathan Peterson to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (terms to April 27, 2027). Adopted. - 24R-166: Reappointing Dan Kubr to the Building Code Board of Appeals (term to April 1, 2027). Adopted. - 24R-167: Reappointing Kyle Biggerstaff to the Board of Mechanical Examiners (term to April 4, 2027). Adopted. - 24R-168: Approving an on-call professional services agreement with Alfred Benesch & Co. for the 70th Street & Nebraska Parkway right turn lane addition (preliminary engineering). Adopted. - 24R-169: Approving a supplement for environmental services related to the same project. Adopted. - Other consent items (affidavits of mailing for Board of Equalization meetings, clerk's letters regarding March 25, April 1, and April 8, 2024 council actions) placed on file. Public Hearings - Liquor Resolutions - 24R-181: Application of Norm's Fuel & Food, LLC dba Norm's on 48th for a Class CK liquor license (2510 South 48th Street) adopted for denial (7-0). - 24R-182: Manager application of Stacey L. Sell for Norm's on 48th adopted for denial (7-0). - 24R-183: Application of Lincoln Arts Council for a special designated license for an outdoor area (101 N 14th Street, May 3-4, 2024, 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.) adopted for approval (7-0). - 24R-184: Application of Rhino Dynamics Inc. dba Duffy's Tavern for a special designated license for the same event adopted for approval (7-0). Public Hearings - Resolutions - 24R-170: Comprehensive Plan Conformance 24003 for the East Gateway Mall Redevelopment Plan (58 acres, including Shops at Lincoln and former McGinnis Ford redevelopment) adopted (7-0). - 24R-171: Grant award agreement with Nebraska DHHS for the Minority Health Initiative ($659,657.03, January 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025) adopted (7-0). - 24R-172: Redevelopment agreement with the League of Nebraska Municipalities for property at 1335 L Street and 401 S. 14th Street adopted (7-0). - 24R-173: Amendment to FY 2023-2024 CIP to appropriate $436,625 in TIF funds for the League of Nebraska Municipalities Redevelopment Project adopted (7-0). Ordinances (Second and Third Reading) - 24-43: Street and Alley Vacation 24002 (portion of east-west alley between D and E Streets from S. 13th to S. 14th Street) – public hearing held, second reading. - 24-35: Lease agreement with Lincoln Parks and Recreation Foundation for space at 3131 O Street Ste. 300 (May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2034) passed (7-0). - 24-36: Amending municipal code sections regarding food establishments, vendor trucks, and vending regulations (including hours restrictions in residentially zoned districts) – amended (MTA 1) and passed (7-0). - 24-37: Comprehensive Plan Conformance 24004 – surplus declaration of .09 acres at 10th & N Streets passed (7-0). - 24R-146/24-38 to 24-42: A package of items related to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan amendment and annexation near N. 70th Street and I-80: Comprehensive Plan Amendment 24002 (change to Tier I Priority A); surplus declaration of 314.51 acres; annexation of approximately 448 acres; zone change to P Public (Highway 77 to N 84th Street, I-80 to Bluff Road); vacation of McKelvie Road remnant right-of-way; and real property exchange with the State of Nebraska – all adopted/passed (7-0). Resolutions and Ordinances - First Reading - 24R-176: Appointment of Ameil Kieu to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (partial term to April 27, 2026). First reading. - 24R-177: Appointment of Jill Flagel to the Mayor's Multicultural Advisory Committee (term to September 18, 2026). First reading. - 24R-178: Reappointment of Alyssa Martin to the Commission on Human Rights (term to December 31, 2026). First reading. - 24R-179: Acceptance of claims report for April 1-15, 2024. First reading. - 24R-180: Assessment of snow and ice removal costs totaling $1,576.19 on four properties for the 2023-2024 winter season. First reading. - 24-44: Text Amendment 24002 to increase allowed distance for air conditioners/heat pumps from three to four feet in side yards. First reading. - 24-45: Change of Zone 07060D for Wilderness Heights PUD to allow additional commercial space (17,000 sq ft to total 231,000), increased dwelling units (47 unassigned for total 1,451), and townhome allowances with waivers. First reading. Pending List (Extended) - Items 10.a through 10.h (Falcon Corner Redevelopment Project and related annexation, zone change, and agreements at NW 48th Street and I-80) remain on the pending list with no date certain for further action. Key Outcomes - All votes on consent, public hearing items, and ordinances were 7-0 in favor. - Liquor licenses for Norm's on 48th were denied; special designated licenses for Lincoln Arts Council and Duffy's Tavern were approved. - Major development approvals included the East Gateway Mall Redevelopment Plan and a package of annexation and zoning changes near N. 70th and I-80. - The meeting adjourned at 4:09 PM.

The Lincoln City Council convened on Monday, April 15, 2024, at 3:00 PM with all members present except Councilmember Beckius. The meeting included consent agenda items, public hearings on liquor licenses and resolutions, second and third reading of ordinances, first reading of several resolutions and ordinances, and an extension of the pending list. All votes were 6-0 in favor. Consent Calendar - 24R-140: Reappointed Gregory McCown, James McKee, and Gregory Newport to the Historic Preservation Commission (terms expire April 15, 2027). Adopted 6-0. - 24R-148: Set a hearing for April 29, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. to assess $1,576.19 in inspection and snow/ice removal costs from four properties. Adopted 6-0. - 24R-175: Set a Board of Equalization hearing for May 6, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. for multiple maintenance improvement districts. Adopted 6-0. - Clerk’s Letters and Mayor’s Approval for resolutions and ordinances passed on March 11 and March 18, 2024, were placed on file. - 24R-149 and 24R-150: Set hearings for April 29, 2024, on liquor license applications for Aragon Tavern and Early Bird for outdoor area additions. Adopted 6-0. - Administrative Amendment 24016 to SP21037 West Van Dorn Ridge Community Unit Plan was placed on file (approved by Planning Director on March 28, 2024). Liquor License Resolutions (Items 4a–4m) All liquor license resolutions were adopted for approval with 6-0 votes. These included: - Class D license for Fat Dogs Lincoln at 1101 West Bond Street (manager: James K. Riewe). - Class C license for Bodega’s Alley at 1418 O Street (manager: Jamie L. Shamrock). - Class I license for Hampton Inn – Airport at 1105 West Bond Street (manager: John E. Klimpel). - Class C license for Zipline Brewing Co. Beer Hall at 5740 Hidcote Drive, Suite B (manager: Marcus A. Powers). - Catering license addition for Zipline Brewing Co. at 2100 Magnum Circle, Suite 1. - Special designated licenses for Glacial Till Vineyard & Winery, Mellow Mushroom, Pinnacle Bank Arena, and Saro Cider for various outdoor events and farmers markets. Resolutions (Items 5a–5f) - 24R-141: Accepted the report of new and pending claims against the City for March 16–31, 2024. Adopted 6-0. - 24R-142: Approved a Participating Provider Agreement between the City and Nebraska Total Care, Inc. for Medicaid reimbursement of medical/lab services (3-year term). Adopted 6-0. - 24R-143 and 24R-144: Approved cooperation agreements with Pheasants Forever, Inc. and an interlocal agreement with Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and Lower Platte South Natural Resources District for saline wetlands conservation. Adopted 6-0. - 24R-145: Approved an architectural services agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for the Multi-modal Transportation Center. Adopted 6-0. - 24R-147: Approved the Motorola Communications System and Services Agreement for the Lincoln Police Department (4-year term). The resolution was adopted as amended (MTA 1, 6-0). Ordinances – Second Reading (Items 6a–6i) - 24‑35: Lease agreement between the City (Parks and Recreation) and Parks and Recreation Foundation for office space at 3131 O Street Ste. 300 through April 30, 2034. Second reading complete. - 24‑36: Amendments to Lincoln Municipal Code regarding definitions of food establishments, vendors, and vending rules (including mobile food establishments and vendor truck restrictions in residential zones). Second reading complete. - 24‑37: Declared approximately 0.09 acres of City property at 10th & N Streets surplus. Second reading complete. - 24R-146, 24‑38 through 24‑42: A package of related items for the North 70th Street and Interstate 80 area: Comprehensive Plan Amendment 24002 (revision to Priority Growth Areas Map), surplus declaration of 314.51 acres, annexation of 448 acres, change of zone to Public (P), street vacation of McKelvie Road remnant, and a real property exchange with the State of Nebraska. All had second reading. Ordinances – Third Reading and Related Resolutions (Items 7a–7k) - 24‑29: Adopted the June 2023 and December 2023 supplements to the Lincoln Municipal Code. Passed (6-0, Ordinance 21583). - 24‑30: Approved a contract with Lincoln Haymarket Development Corporation to operate the Saturday Public Market (May–October 2024 and 2025). Passed (6-0, Ordinance 21584). - 24R-111, 24‑31, 24R-112, 24‑32: Comprehensive Plan Amendment 23004, annexation of 32.29 acres, conditional change of zone and annexation agreement, and change to H-4 General Commercial District for properties at 10955–11205 South 14th Street (Saltillo Express Business Park). All adopted/passed 6-0. - 24R-113, 24‑33, 24R-114, 24‑34, 24R-115: Comprehensive Plan Amendment 23003, annexation of 55.26 acres, conditional zoning and annexation agreement, change to I-3 Employment Center District, and use permit for Jamaica North Business Park at South 14th Street and Saltillo Road. All adopted/passed 6-0. Resolutions – First Reading (Items 8a–8k) - Appointments to Veterans Memorial Garden Advisory Council, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Building Code Board of Appeals, and Board of Mechanical Examiners. - 24R-168 and 24R-169: On-call professional services agreements with Alfred Benesch & Co. for the 70th Street & Nebraska Parkway right turn lane addition (preliminary engineering and environmental services). - 24R-170: Comprehensive Plan Conformance 24003 for the East Gateway Mall Redevelopment Plan (58 acres at N. 66th & O Streets). - 24R-171: Grant award agreement with Nebraska DHHS for a Minority Health Initiative ($659,657.03, through June 30, 2025). - 24R-172 and 24R-173: Redevelopment agreement with League of Nebraska Municipalities for property at 1335 L Street and 401 S. 14th Street, and approval of $436,625 in TIF funds. Ordinance – First Reading (Item 9a) - 24‑43: Street and alley vacation application by Hoppe & Son, LLC for an alley between D and E Streets from S. 13th to S. 14th Street. First reading. Pending List (Items 10a–10h) – Extended One Week All items related to the Falcon Corner Redevelopment Project at NW 48th Street and Interstate 80 were extended on the pending list without a specific date. These include: - 24R-18 (Comprehensive Plan Conformance), 24R-35 (Redevelopment Agreement), 24R-36 (TIF amendment), 24-10 (Tax Allocation Bonds), 23R-638 (Comprehensive Plan Amendment), 23-158 (Annexation), 23R-639 (Conditional Annexation and Change of Zone Agreement), and 23-159 (Change of Zone). All were continued from earlier meetings and remain pending. Key Outcomes - All agenda items on the consent calendar, liquor resolutions, and general resolutions were adopted by 6-0 votes. - One item, the Motorola Communications agreement (24R-147), was adopted as amended per MTA 1. - All ordinances on third reading were passed unanimously (6-0). - The pending list items (Falcon Corner) were extended one week without a return date. - No public comment was heard, as open microphone sessions were scheduled for April 8 and April 29, 2024. - The meeting adjourned at 4:21 p.m.

The Lincoln City Council held its regular meeting on Monday, April 8, 2024, at 3:00 PM, with all members present except Councilmember Washington. The meeting featured several consent agenda items, public hearings on liquor licenses and resolutions, and first and second readings of ordinances and resolutions. A total of 22 resolutions and ordinances were adopted, all by 6-0 votes. The meeting adjourned at 5:36 PM. Mayor's Award of Excellence - Recipients of the 2021 Honorable Mention Award: Timothy Cronin and Mathew Franken (Lincoln Police Department). - 2021 Mayor's Award of Excellence Recipients: Cody Mitchell and Joel Brunke (Lincoln Transportation and Utilities Department). - 2022 Mayor's Award of Excellence Recipient: Michelle Zuhlke (Lincoln Transportation and Utilities Department). Consent Calendar - 24R-128 (Adopted, 6-0): Approved distribution of interest earnings on short-term investments of IDLE Funds for February 2024. - 24R-129 (Adopted, 6-0): Set a public hearing for April 22, 2024, for the Class CK liquor license application of Norm's Fuel & Food, LLC (dba Norm's on 48th), located at 2510 South 48th Street. - Reports from the City Treasurer (cash on hand as of February 29, 2024) and the Clerk's Letter regarding March 4, 2024 resolutions were placed on file. - Communications and petitions, including administrative amendments to plats and a special permit, were placed on file or referred to the Planning Department. Public Hearing – Liquor Resolutions All liquor license applications and manager applications were approved by 6-0 votes: - 24R-130 and 24R-131: Class I license and manager (Myhanh Nguyen) for Tips & Toes Nail Spa (3800 Old Cheney Road). - 24R-132 and 24R-133: Class I license and manager (Anne E. Hemenway) for Genesis Health Clubs (5300 Old Cheney Road). - 24R-134 and 24R-135: Class I license and manager (Casey A. Ely) for Gala Events (2602 Park Boulevard). - 24R-136 and 24R-137: Class I license and manager (Miguel Gomez) for Los Cabos Grill (8901 Andermatt Drive). - 24R-138: Addition of an indoor area for Super Taco (5501 Holdrege Street). - 24R-139: Special designated license for Tipsy Tina's Taco Cantina (800 Q Street) on May 5, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 11:55 PM. Public Hearing – Resolutions - 24R-110 (Adopted, 6-0): Approved Comprehensive Plan Conformance for the League of Nebraska Municipalities Redevelopment Project, which involves demolition of existing structures and construction of a two-story office building at 14th & L Streets. - 24R-126 (Adopted, 6-0): Approved the appeal by James Michael Bowers of the StarTran Advisory Board's action approving the Temporary Transfer Center Relocation Proposal. (The council's vote upheld the advisory board's decision.) Ordinances and Resolutions – Second Reading Items 24-30 (Saturday Public Market contract), 24R-111/24-31/24R-112/24-32 (Saltillo Express Business Park annexation, zoning, and comprehensive plan amendment), and 24R-113/24-33/24R-114/24-34/24R-115 (Jamaica North Business Park) had their second reading. No vote was taken; final action is scheduled for April 15, 2024. Resolutions – First Reading - 24R-140: Reappointing Gregory McCown, James McKee, and Gregory Newport to the Historic Preservation Commission (terms to 2027). - 24R-141: Accepting the report of new and pending claims against the city (March 16–31, 2024). - 24R-142: Approving a Medicaid reimbursement agreement with Nebraska Total Care for the Health Department clinic. - 24R-143 and 24R-144: Approving cooperation agreements for saline wetlands conservation with Pheasants Forever and Nebraska Game and Parks/Lower Platte South NRD. - 24R-145: Approving architectural services agreement with HDR Engineering for the Multi-modal Transportation Center. - 24R-147: Approving a four-year Motorola communications system and services agreement for the Lincoln Police Department. Ordinances – First Reading - 24-35: Lease agreement with Parks and Recreation Foundation for office space at 3131 O Street (2024–2034). - 24-36: Amending the municipal code to update definitions for food establishments, vendors, and vendor trucks, and to restrict vending in residential zones between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM. - 24-37: Declaring approximately 0.09 acres at 10th & N Streets as surplus. - 24R-146 and related items 24-38 through 24-42: Proposed annexation, zoning changes, and property exchange near N 70th Street and Interstate 80 to facilitate development of a 314.51-acre city-owned site. Pending List Items related to the Falcon Corner Redevelopment Project (24R-18, 24R-35, 24R-36, 24-10, 23R-638, 23-158, 23R-639, 23-159) remain on the pending list and were extended one week. Public Comments The agenda included an open microphone session for comments on matters not on the agenda. No comments were recorded in the available materials. Key Outcomes - All 22 resolutions and ordinances brought to a vote passed unanimously (6-0). - No items were defeated or tabled. - Several items were introduced or given second reading with future action dates. - The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2024.