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Murdock Nebraska News - August 26, 2026

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MURDOCK NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that a Six Year Road Plan for the Village of Murdock, Nebraska as required by NEB. REV. STAT. Sec.39-2119 et seq. R.R.S. has been recommended for approval the Chairman and Village Board of Trustees that a Public Hearing be held on Six Year Road and Street Plan on 8th day of September, 2026, beginning at 6pm, at the Murdock Village Hall at which time objection to or recommendations for said plan will be heard.

Rosetta A. Stroy
Village of Murdock
Clerk/Treasurer

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BOARD MEETING MINUTES
VILLAGE OF MURDOCK
AUGUST 11, 2026

The Village of Murdock Board of Trustees met on Tuesday August 11, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Village Hall. Roll call as follows; Tom Miner, Lee Towle, Justin Holub, Nate Osthus, Hannah Petersen and clerk were present.

The minutes from the previous July regular meeting were presented. Motion was made by Holub and seconded by Petersen to approve the July meeting minutes, and the motion carried unanimously by RCV.

The following checks were approved for payment: Windstream/Kinetic ph/int-1150.08; Black Hills Energy-gas service-120.46; Cass Co. RWD#2 1,038,000 gals-6228.00; St of NE PHE Lab water test-15.00; Ashland Gazette/Column Software, PBC publishing–103.49 July Mtg Minutes, Salary & Liquor License; Faubion mileage/reg.wat.-211.77; R.Stroy July payroll.-1549.86 (Elect. payment); Ashland Disposal Service garbage-3816.67; Zito Media-Internet-61.00; R.Stroy-Village of Murdock-2nd Line/Service-49.23 (Elect. Payment); Mowen Owen-July mowing; 150.00; NE Dept of Revenue – July Sales Tax 89.66; NE Dept of Revenue– 2nd Qtr Tax Return – 15.12; OPPD – Electric-1423.61; Young & White Law Offices – Burton & Records request – 1878.00; Kindle Unlimited – Error- credit Aug– 12.65 (Elect. Payment; League of Municipalities – annual membership dues - 1050 .00; League of Municipalities Utilities Section - annual membership dues – 435.00;

The following discussions/updates were held concerning old business.

Update was given on Burton Asphalt. The lawyer representing Burton Asphalt was found to be practicing law without a license and was removed from representing his client. Burton has not responded to our legal council’s request on whom the replacement will be after numerous tries. Our council for the Village of Murdock has filed for a hearing with the court to request a “Motion for Judgement”. This consists of requesting that a judge determine liability without a trial based on the Murdock Village Clerk’s affidavit of the facts since the inception of our interactions with Burton Asphalt. Affidavit has been filed. Hearing date to be determined.

The board next discussed TextMyGov. Implementation is complete. This notification system will now be used to notify residents of significant and emergency situations as they arise.

Discussion followed with regards to the “Commercial Cross-Connection Survey Form” that was mailed out to residents at the end of June. State guidelines require the Village of Murdock to have a mandatory 60% response to be compliant. As of the August 11th board meeting, our village needs an additional 30 forms to be submitted back. These can be filled out and mailed to VOM, PO Box 308, Murdock, NE 68407, or dropped off at the Village box at Corn Growers State Bank. To help homeowners fill out the form, Board Members, Hannah Petersen and Justin Holub will be coming around town, door to door, to have these filled out in person if needed. Please remember that your compliance is based on your continued use of the water utility.

The Village lagoons have shown signs of a very large hole that has either washed out or been dug by an animal. This will need to be filled in. Lee Towle will work on repairing it.

September 8th, 2026 at 6pm is the date decided upon by the Village Board to have the 1 and 6 yr Street Plan hearing as well at the 2027 Budge Hearing. This will be preceding next months board meeting.

Petersen notified the Cass County Sheriff's Office of the vandalism that occurred to the tables in the playground and was to receive a form to file a report. The Sheriff's Office has yet to provide the form. The damaged picnic table will be removed this Saturday August 15th.

The board again discussed the income survey. Information gathered through the survey will help the board apply for potential grants to benefit the community. The survey will be mailed to residents this fall.

Holub updated the board on the ongoing efforts to map and exercise the Village’s water main valves. Holub contacted a company and received an estimate that digitally map & computer GPS coordinates to all water & sewer subsurface infrastructure, including curb stopes. Holub is working on getting a 2nd quote for comparison. More to follow at the September meeting.

Following up on last month’s discussion with regard to seeking out a grant to upgrade our water utilities. Holub discovered that the State of Nebraska has a grant to allow our Village to update the water tower control system. Our current system has been having issues for some time, and this will allow a well needed upgrade. The Village may apply for the grant up to $35,000. A quote is being sought after, to be attached to the submission for the grant. The grant will need to be applied for by January 2027. More to follow in the coming months.

New Business:

July Treasurer’s Report was reviewed, and August Disbursements were signed.

There being no further business, the motion was made by Holub and second by Osthus that the meeting close. The 1 and 6 year street plan, along with the 2027 Budget hearing will be held on September 8th, 2026 at 6:00 pm. Following the hearings, the next meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday September 8th, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Murdock Village Hall, Motion carried unanimously by RCV.

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Rosetta A. Stroy Thomas D. Miner

Clerk/Treasurer Chairman

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This Sunday!

Murdock Methodist Church Turns 75
The Murdock Ebenezer United Methodist Church’s beautiful stone building is celebrating its 75th Anniversary on Sunday, August 30. We invite you to attend the celebratory service.

We are also collecting photos of church weddings, baptisms, confirmations and other special events (both interior and exterior photographs) for a memorable slide show. If this stunning structure is part of your family photos, please share them with This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Saturday, August 1, to be included in the slide show. Thank you for helping us to celebrate this important pillar in our community.

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LAST Elmwood Pie Ride of the Summer

The park is a wonderful to spend a summer evening with friends, food, and music.

The event brings back old memories while making new ones.

Everyone is invited.
Carry out available.

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TrinityBanner Newsletter

The Trinity Youth group meets after church every 2nd Sunday of the month.

Come for our breakfast at 9:00am , stay for Bible Study in the fellowship hall, then church and youth fellowship.

9:15 am - Sunday School for children and adults

10:30 am Sunday Divine Service

To listen to last week's Sermon Visit Pastor PodCast

Sermons are streamed on various podcasts including Spotify

Contact Pastor Kuhlman via text, email, or phone call 402-867-4048

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UMC Food Bank 2026

Elmwood History Day

Cass County News

Summer Blood Drives

CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD DONORS!
Come to give blood by May 31 and receive an oversized American Red Cross beach towel, while supplies last.

PLATELET SHORTAGE!
There is a platelet shortage right now. All eligible donors are being called to make a platelet donation appointment to ensure patients have lifesaving care.

"You must never think of anything except the need and how to meet it."

Clara Barton aka "Angel of the Battlefield" 1821–1912 American educator, nurse, and humanitarian
Founder of the American Red Cross
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Your support can make a lifesaving difference. Explore the ways you can get involved, whether it’s giving blood, making a financial donation, volunteering or learning lifesaving skills.

Schedule your blood, platelet or AB Elite plasma donation today!

Confirm days and times and
learn more HERE or call 1-800-733-2767.

Thursday, September 3, 2026

City Building
101 W Eldora Ave
Weeping Water, NE 68463
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM

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Meet Adoptable Pets! >>

Happy Paws pups

Check out new website at www.happypawsplattsmouth.org

And download foster application!

Happy Paws Plattsmouth is a volunteer-powered 501(c)(3) charitable organization serving Cass, Sarpy, and Douglas Counties
with one mission: to transform the lives of animals in need while enriching the families who welcome them home.
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Cornhusker Country Music Theater, 211 Main Street, Louisville, NE

AS WE ARE A 501c3, NON PROFIT,
OUR "SUGGESTED SHOW ADMISSION" is $10 at the door;
Kids 12 & under are still FREE admission!

SHOWS:

Saturday, August 29
The Caleb Kenner Band
7:30 PM – 10:00 PM

We are excited to welcome The Caleb Kenner Band from Gretna, Nebraska. Caleb and his group are new to our stage, so come out and see what they have to offer. Let’s show them our support and thank them for volunteering to come share their music with us.

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Saturday, September 26
The Down Home Band
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

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JAM SESSIONS ARE FREE!

Second Sunday of each month – Electric Jam Session (1:00 – 4:00 PM)
Last Sunday of each month – Acoustic Only Jam Session (1:00 – 4:00 PM)

Bring your instruments and enjoy an afternoon of great music and good company! Click the theater flyer above or HERE to read the latest CCMT news.Call 402-949-0668 with any questions.

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