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Public Works hire backs out before start; Bennet reopens position

City Council of the City of Bennet, Nebraska · February 9, 2026

Summary

Utility Superintendent Zach Fergus reported that an applicant accepted the Public Works position but resigned prior to starting; the city will reopen the recruitment for the Public Works job.

Utility Superintendent Zach Fergus reported to the council that an applicant for the Public Works position had accepted the job offer but resigned before beginning employment, leaving the position open again. The minutes record Fergus' explanation of the status but no new hire was named.

Council took no immediate hiring action at the meeting; staff will reopen the application process and bring qualified candidates forward at a later date. No specific timeline or interim staffing plan was included in the minutes.

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