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Murdock Nebraska News - September 17, 2025

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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 17 th day of September, 2025, beginning at 7pm, 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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VILLAGE OF MURDOCK
August 12, 2025

The Village of Murdock Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Village Hall. Roll call as follows; Dave Nuss, Lee Towle, Michelle Chesnutt, Tom Miner and clerk were all present.

The minutes from the previous August regular meeting were read. Motion was made by Michelle Chesnut and seconded by Tom Miner to approve the meeting minutes, and the motion carried unanimously by RCV.
The following checks were approved for payment: Windstream ph/int-488.59; OPPD elect.-998.91; Cass Co. RWD#2 768,000 gals-4224; St of NE PHE Lab water test-15.00; Column Software, PBC publishing-Aug ’25 minutes; Faubion post./reg wat. Oper./Conf space class -492.90; R. Stroy payroll-1549.86; Mowen Own Lawn and Garden, LLC mowing-250.00; Ashland Disposal Service garbage-2906.22; St of NE Dept of Revenue Aug sales tx-114.44 (Electronic Payment); Black Hills Energy-gas service-200.48; Zito Media-Internet-63.50; Frontier Co-Op-fuel-32.87; Meeske Hardware-weed/grass killer-marking paint-131.35; R. Stroy-2nd Line/Cell Service-40.97; Municipal Supply-Curb stops/etc-519.18; Cornhusker Press-watercards-1018.55;

The following discussions/updates were held concerning old business.
The board discussed Jake Wilson's vacancy on July 31st; no one has expressed interest yet. To inquire about becoming a Village of Murdock Board Member, call 402-867-4034 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Burton Asphalt was once again discussed. As of the September Board Meeting, Burton Asphalt did not appear as expected from August 15–18 to fulfill their contractual obligations, nor has there been any communication from them since their message on July 24. At this point, the Board is evaluating potential legal actions and seeking guidance from the League of Municipalities. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.

On August 26th, a kickoff meeting was held with representatives from the Village of Murdock, Pavers (Contractor), and JEO Consulting Group (Engineer) concerning the Second Street project. During the meeting, a contract modification was discussed for concrete curb and gutter replacement on both sides of Second Street. A Change Order in the amount of $16,603.23 was approved as an addition to the original plan. A motion to approve this additional cost was made by Chesnut, seconded by Miner, and unanimously approved by roll call vote. The tentative start date for construction is on or before October 8th, 2025.

A letter was sent to JEO Engineering requesting their services as professional engineer to develop a plan addressing wastewater lagoon requirements. Vegetation, tree growth, landscaping, and grading concerns have been identified. A contractor has been authorized to start initial work on tree removal and fill dirt, with a $10,000 bid approved for these activities. The motion was made by Towle and seconded by Miner, with all members approving by roll call vote.

In New Business:
Representatives from the Cass County Sheriff’s Department, including Matt Watson (Chief Deputy) and Reid Richter (Captain), attended the village board meeting to address any questions from the Board or citizens. The discussion included topics related to UTV, ATV, 4-Wheeler, and Golf Cart usage within villages. Existing State Laws regulate their use and set age limits for drivers. Additionally, the county currently has a steering committee reviewing other community-related issues associated with these vehicles. The committee is still in progress, and no decisions or rulings have been made at this time.

However, the regulation of golf carts will be determined by each village through its own ordinances.
Three members of the Murdock Rural Fire Protection District met with the Board to review the new Interlocal Agreement. Questions were raised about parts of the proposal and will be addressed by the Rural Fire District. The agreement may be signed at the October 2025 meeting and would take effect January 1, 2026.

Lee Towle raised the topic of engaging a new town attorney with expertise in representing small towns and villages. Lee will explore options and intends to invite a prospective candidate to our meeting scheduled for October 7th.

Board Members reviewed the new “One & Six year” street plan for 2026. Modifications were made from last meeting and Notice for Hearing on these plans will be September 17th, 2025 at 7pm, at the Murdock Village Hall.

The date for the Public Hearing for the Annual Budget, Budget Waiver & One and Six Year Plan’s is set for September 17th @ 7pm, at the Murdock Village Hall.
There being no further business, the motion was made by Chesnut and second by Towle that the meeting close and the next regular meeting will be Tuesday October 7th, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Murdock Village Hall, Motion carried unanimously by RCV.

Rosetta A. Stroy- Clerk/Treasurer

Dave Nuss -Chairman

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Opening Day at Bloom Farm is September 20th!

The 21st annual pumpkin patch season at Bloom Farm opens this weekend! Join us for fall family fun, including hay rides to the U-pick pumpkin patch, a corn pit, play areas, nature trails, farm animals, games, shopping, delicious food & more. Admission is just $10 per person, and free for ages 2 & under. There's no admission fee to come shop or visit the Schoolhouse Cafe.

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Open 10 AM-6 PM weekends through Oct. 28. Also open Monday-Tuesday-Friday in October, 10 AM-3 PM. Sat.

Sun. Sept. 21 - First Responder, Military & Park Service Day. Half-price admission to these groups + their immediate household.

Sun. Sept. 28 - Teacher & School Staff Appreciation Day. FREE admission to school employees.

Sat. Oct. 4 - Dog Day to benefit pet rescue. Dog admission of $7 will be donated to a local rescue partner

Join Conservation Nebraska and our partners for an event aimed to bring people together to discuss the opportunities created by renewable energy. When we work together to address challenges we can become more resilient, efficient, and create solutions to the issues our communities face.

Space is limited and registration is required. Please visit https://secure.everyaction.com/olPtC1l2gU2soQ_YWMZ29g2 to reserve your spot today.

9:30 AM - Check-in - coffee and snacks provided

10 AM - Session 1 - featuring Josh Moenning, John Hansen and Kevin Connot. These experts will focus on how economic growth with renewable energy can benefit rural communities. They will focus on how energy development is economic development.

Josh is director of New Power Nebraska and runs a small business focused on renewable energy development. He served as Mayor of Norfolk and as a Norfolk City Councilman. He also assists his family's beef business and has two children. He's worked in the Nebraska Legislature, for the U.S. House of Representatives, and as executive director of the infrastructure development group 4 Lanes 4 Nebraska.

John has served as the President of the Nebraska Farmers Union since 1990, currently the longest serving president. He also serves the National Farmers Union in a variety of roles; USDA's Nebraska State Technical Committee; Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Nebraska Farm Crisis Council; and on the Board of Directors for the Coalition for a Prosperous America. He has served as Chair or Co-Chair of the Wind and Solar Conference since 2007. John has received awards from groups such as the Center for Rural Affairs, Nebraska Sustainable Agriculture Society, U.S. Department Of Energy, American Corn Growers Association, the Nebraska Rural Radio Association.

Kevin has a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and an MBA from Wayne State College. He has served on his local school board, owns a business near a utility scale wind project, and has experience as a renewable energy developer. He lives in the Allen, Nebraska area which is home to the Rattlesnake Creek Wind project built in 2018. He has seen the property tax relief for all area residents and businesses from this project.

11 AM - Session 2 featuring Nancy and Alan Meyer who will discuss their solar powered regenerative farm.

Alan and Nancy moved to their 1904 farmhouse on five acres in summer 2000. Over the years they have restored the home in an environmentally conscious way, while also maintaining and developing the grounds to provide as much of their food as possible. Today they have two solar arrays, passive solar, solar hot water, geothermal heating and cooling, and other alternative energy installations. Their 3200 sq ft all-electric home requires only $600 in annual electricity bills, including the cost of charging two electric cars and battery-powered yard equipment. They were able to remove their propane tank in January 2024, completing their transition from fossil fuel usage. The installation of a battery bank early this summer may also allow the property to be disconnected from the grid in 2026.

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