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Deputy Highway Superintendent Brian Glass (packet presenter) told the board the bid covered 6,160 road tons at $109 per road ton, with a project start date in July and a projected completion date in August; the highway staff recommended Shelco based on the earlier completion window compared with a competing bid that matched the price.

Why it matters: The project will resurface roads in Fairway Estates, Calvary Hills (north) and Prairie View Acres West, improving roadway conditions for residents and reducing long-term maintenance needs.

What the board did: Commissioners accepted Shelco Construction's bid and approved the project to begin July 21, 2025. The motion passed by roll call.

Next steps: Highway staff will coordinate schedules with the contractor and return to the board if any material changes are needed; the county thanked both bidders for competitive submissions.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Lincoln County Commissioners Meeting, May 5, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Lincoln County accepted Shelco Construction's bid to overlay roads in three subdivisions (Fairway Estates, Calvary Hills, Prairie View Acres West) at a total bid of $671,440 and set a July start date.","taxTitle","Lincoln County, Nebraska","taxId",28925,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6251891,"Board authorizes chair to sign Allo Communications right-of-way permit",310,798000,1108000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3192933-07917ffd8e2f490308a6e0a2581bc666&start=798&end=1108","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3192933-07917ffd8e2f490308a6e0a2581bc666/thumbnail_798000.jpg","/articles/6251891/Lincoln-County/Nebraska/Board-authorizes-chair-to-sign-Allo-Communications-right-of-way-permit","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6251891-0d94564003f7af0ea0f0628fdf2bec79/orig.mp4?Expires=1771144456&Signature=lpvMGq4VlZ8aLDIrYWBZgSEsIsMBHTKZy73KiBNWY26cYaEUAeErKPjvyArnH-sKyjfjqsbEHX3APmlw-4VFhbedaZNAdEdWOB52~LjixhsaaYjTbSLGLFKVmv-u~jZy8H5SrdYnDzxr7EDq8vyfN-Myct~76AFRJrp6f-sYM6FoK~loiOv7DDGzgmVzwLppreW3kpgm4~vjuGNfxISwai8WhI~acMq2smkt-BuXgiXysNG2eXWO1I6WCYzX6vJ~Om5c64i8z1pv9MOM-IsQAoqetxkDlK1obTeTT7IgxRtug1NHeCEbbzQ-KL10-ssr7JN1k603tuTpynO4aiI8zg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners authorized the chair on May 5 to sign a right-of-way permit submitted by Allo Communications to continue work in the Maloney Highlands/North Lakes area.

Jason Schultz, Lincoln County Highway Superintendent, told the board the permit continues fiber work that previously followed Buffalo and North Lakes roads and that the county had no objections from the road department. Schultz said most permits include a pre-construction meeting and that plan documents are saved on the highway server; he is cataloguing prior permit documentation to ensure compliance. The packet shows a payment of $824.48 associated with the permit.

Why it matters: Right-of-way permits allow private telecom companies to place infrastructure within county rights-of-way; the highway superintendent reviews permits for compliance and coordinates pre-construction meetings to protect county roads and utilities.

What the board did: Commissioners voted to authorize the chair to sign the permit; the motion carried on roll call.

Next steps: Highway staff will continue cataloguing past permit documentation, follow up on outstanding permit payments and hold pre-construction meetings for the upcoming work.","The board authorized the chair to sign a right-of-way permit requested by Allo Communications to continue fiber/conduit work in the Maloney Highlands/North Lake area; highway superintendent reported preconstruction meetings and permit payment status.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6251896,"Commissioners sign letter of support for sheriff's Union Pacific grant application to buy drone",387,4302000,4689000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3192933-07917ffd8e2f490308a6e0a2581bc666&start=4302&end=4689","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3192933-07917ffd8e2f490308a6e0a2581bc666/thumbnail_4302000.jpg","/articles/6251896/Lincoln-County/Nebraska/Commissioners-sign-letter-of-support-for-sheriffs-Union-Pacific-grant-application-to-buy-drone","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6251896-195134287982e2e18f89aa4e99d46a0f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771144456&Signature=oDlUGj3DEpYg888SJWj9TjQZ45D-oDCdcT2JKjycadINcl3qEOZDuzJ2tIxPgteVcYrp-tVWMuEwqyHpQgHdqPZaxQoil-t02ENRjIfoG7qFVL4dUJNET0IdSX2ZcSV06ePRqJUHrr4MeMMpZRoz3KSa~xScixuTv57Wo4jltna3vTALzrS6Zr6vjhoeuqcGRVP6Ec8~tUn0TDwbxgf-xQVUMipYAQkgKkSuYpmHYpDrmzhoMJ5c1-U2bs11drld6Zt9A8PariIttzTO4MHL-GMWDj-jTZiLNIgUz9fejmiFvPWmTmzir5hBfLAciX-LL~l5b2NlUI1Hoc8Mmz4bEA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners on May 5 approved a letter of support for the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office to apply for a Union Pacific community grant toward purchasing an outdoor drone with forward-looking infrared and tracking capability.

Captain Dan Newton told the board the grant offers up to $30,000; the drone the sheriff's office is considering costs roughly $33,000, and the sheriff's office would cover the approximately $3,000 difference through its budget if awarded. Newton said the drone would add capabilities for accident reconstruction, rail-yard inspections and building entry reconnaissance.

Why it matters: Newton said drones reduce risks to personnel and can speed accident-scene processing. He gave examples of recent incidents where drone imagery helped law enforcement avoid sending officers into potentially dangerous areas.

What the board approved: Commissioners approved sending a letter of support, signed by Chairwoman Mikaela Wheeler, to accompany an application that the sheriff's office will submit via a 501(c)(3) pass-through managed by the Nebraska Community Foundation. The board's motion passed by roll call.

Next steps: The Union Pacific grant application deadline is May 14; awards are expected in September. If awarded, the sheriff's office will finalize purchase arrangements and include the remaining cost in next year's budget if necessary.","The board authorized a letter of support for a Union Pacific community grant application that would fund most of a multi-sensor outdoor drone to assist accident reconstruction, rail-yard inspections and search operations; the sheriff's office would cover any shortfall.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6251902,"Connection homeless shelter urges continued support as funding uncertainty could cut services",709,2316000,3025000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3192933-07917ffd8e2f490308a6e0a2581bc666&start=2316&end=3025","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3192933-07917ffd8e2f490308a6e0a2581bc666/thumbnail_2316000.jpg","/articles/6251902/Lincoln-County/Nebraska/Connection-homeless-shelter-urges-continued-support-as-funding-uncertainty-could-cut-services","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6251902-22abadd32499d8ba7de85c2778076de1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771144456&Signature=DC2CeB52T466JZMtfgaWl0Zf2wa2KHtC9uky3kI0gXo5w7JY7m03YjB~oRwlR4GnaCBedbpLBvTYWjhvXQa~o8qnj~1PvwZCQ3brnP0mJL30EnZ9NCvmlDi-Cy3lHgvtYKNC13tXyG8J98SLyHopbOYDjcjIX86k7rOSEZE5OKH2RYuKHb54MI9yef3ODjKom7c~TQmRe7Gp8uyd7jsbWEh2ImA4WBdTYU80dbE2SQKEz0eDHPElae5y~qukE4xKaQ3fNjJiJSx23HpTcACyb2U8-cRLEpcnhvovJB6C9lCd31i0qMwcSDUWLKxy3VtWKu0ryMMN5ARa1SSqXibgWw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Connection Homeless Shelter told the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners on May 5 that demand for shelter services is rising and that proposed funding changes at the state and federal level could cut the shelter's budget by a quarter, potentially reducing capacity.

Ashley Lewis, director of The Connection, described the shelter's services and outcomes, saying \"success looks different for every single person who walks through our doors,\" and gave examples of clients the shelter has helped with medication management, transitional housing and stable employment. Lewis said the shelter provided 65 beds and served 339 unique individuals in 2024, an 8 percent increase over 2023.

Eric Seacrest of the Nebraska Community Foundation, speaking in support of local nonprofits, cautioned that federal and state efforts to reduce fraud and waste have had the side effect of threatening funding for efficient local programs. \"These local nonprofits are not into fraud or waste,\" Seacrest said, urging local leaders and donors to continue support. He promoted the North Platte Giving Day May 7 as a way for residents to contribute.

Why it matters: County leaders heard that a quarter of the shelter's operating budget and its joint transitional rapid rehousing program could be at risk if proposed cuts proceed, which could reduce services for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness across Lincoln County.

What was discussed: Lewis described individual client cases and program partnerships, including plans to place tiny homes for veterans built in partnership with Mid Plains Community College's Ready to Work program. She said some clients have complex behavioral health needs that require medication management. Seacrest said his organization can act as a fiscal pass-through for grants and highlighted local philanthropic efforts.

Next steps: Commissioners offered thanks and did not take formal action on funding during the meeting. Community foundation representatives noted early-giving for North Platte Giving Day was open and encouraged local donations to support the shelter and other nonprofits.","Leaders from The Connection Homeless Shelter told commissioners that the shelter served more people in 2024 and faces possible state and federal funding cuts that could reduce capacity; Nebraska Community Foundation urged local support and highlighted North Platte Giving Day.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6251906,"Lincoln County approves financing for new Taser units after staff recommendation",1182,3218000,4400000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3192933-07917ffd8e2f490308a6e0a2581bc666&start=3218&end=4400","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3192933-07917ffd8e2f490308a6e0a2581bc666/thumbnail_3218000.jpg","/articles/6251906/Lincoln-County/Nebraska/Lincoln-County-approves-financing-for-new-Taser-units-after-staff-recommendation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6251906-7db857a0527595e01c54aac4a266b5b7/orig.mp4?Expires=1771144456&Signature=a2zaJwFI0EMqwPgD5mIYQf76D0dBOA2Vh8hOYKqZmdC0INmCI7qVXnx6VSFDsC3~4Oawtll5c7E6B9E57h0xI5Rha6vZLpIdgw16QFANuJmu5MT0bJMnv8lDhxilfa8wpPjuTIbHje-7cdPOj4Wsvc3SJThlcUkT5jp4q-MYTLv86~L84mXARJmMZlIS93esl7WGGkjCN4siYQvlEYlGsYLiZQoRvuXU~h50vcPTZAWF1O96TE2I-a0GgJA9gF7drNBCniWwC7HzFyEm2A~Zm1~XgQ1aPiQWRoHcQJ4MZeEN-ZpfEtOj7luu9QuGx6qDC~aOkDdmMs8wNyGJynojRg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners on May 5 approved two purchase agreements to replace aging conducted-energy devices used by the sheriff's patrol and the county jail, with financing spread over 60 months and final execution contingent on the county attorney's compliance review.

Board action follows a presentation from Captain Dan Newton of the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office outlining equipment obsolescence, training requirements and expected costs. Newton said the department's existing devices have exceeded a five-year useful life and many are no longer serviceable or compatible with current cartridges and holsters. \"It's one of those things: I truly believe you change them all out or you don't change any of them out,\" Newton told commissioners.

Why it matters: Deputies and corrections staff use Tasers as part of a use-of-force continuum intended to reduce reliance on firearms and lower the risk of injury. Newton and Lieutenant Penny Ball explained that the vendor controls the product line, limiting competitive procurement options, and that the quote includes cartridges, training and holsters. The sheriff's office is also receiving a trade-in allowance on old units.

Details and outcome: Commissioners approved two purchase agreements, described in the meeting packet as one contract of roughly $108,000 and a second of roughly $126,000, to be paid on a 60-month schedule; the board's motion made approval contingent on a final legal review by County Attorney Tyler Volkmar. The record shows the board voted to approve the contracts.

What was discussed: Newton described that the department currently has roughly two dozen patrol units and approximately two dozen jail units, some of which are nonfunctional. He said the vendor offers about $500 per old device as trade-in. Officials noted the quote includes cartridges and training. For the patrol allocation the packet shows a first-year payment reduced by trade-in and subsequent annual payments of approximately $27,400 over the following four years; the patrol first-year payment in the packet was shown as about $16,404.

Next steps: The board's approval was contingent on Tyler Volkmar's confirmation that the purchase complies with procurement rules that apply when there are no competitive vendors. The sheriff's office and finance staff will finalize contract signatures and implement the financing schedule if the county attorney confirms compliance.","The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved two purchase agreements to replace outdated Taser devices used by patrol and jail staff, authorizing multi-year financing contingent on county attorney review.","actionData","errors"]

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