Sarpy County Commissioners Approve Special Use Permit for Silex Group Recycling Project

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners convened on August 26, 2025, to discuss various agenda items, including public comments, consent agendas, and significant resolutions impacting the county's operations and infrastructure.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a brief public comment session, which yielded no responses from attendees. The board then moved to approve the consent equalization agenda, with a motion by Commissioner Warren and a second by Commissioner Burmeister, which passed unanimously.

Next, the board addressed the planning and zoning agenda, specifically a public hearing regarding a special use permit for Silex Group LLC to recycle concrete and asphalt materials. Planning Director Robert Lirocco reported that the permit renewal had been tabled previously to finalize a road maintenance agreement, which was now complete. The board approved the renewal with a five-year sunset clause, expiring on December 31, 2030, after a motion by Commissioner Mixon and a second by Commissioner Warren.

Following this, the board reviewed a resolution for a road maintenance agreement with Silex Group LLC, which also received unanimous approval. The agreement stipulates a five-year term with a cost structure based on actual maintenance expenses, starting at approximately $11,600 with a 3% annual increase.

The meeting continued with a resolution presented by Human Resources Director Jody Riddle, detailing revisions to personnel rules and regulations for both classified and unclassified services. The board approved these updates, acknowledging the collaborative effort involved in the revisions.

Scott Bovic, Deputy Administrator, then introduced a resolution for a supplemental agreement with JEO Consulting Group for the Northwest Sarpy Road network project, amounting to $811,650. This resolution was also approved, facilitating the transition into the construction phase of the project.

Lastly, the board reviewed the final allocation of levies for fire districts and the Sarpy County Agricultural Society, which was approved without any questions or objections.

The meeting concluded without the need for an executive session, marking a productive session for the Sarpy County Board of Commissioners as they addressed key infrastructure and administrative matters.