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Kearney Board of Aldermen 07/20/26
Published: Jul 20, 2026
Innovation Fifth Plat 2 Site Plan Approved for Thornell Corporation Development
The board approved the Innovation Fifth Plat 2 site plan for Thornell Corporation, related to their development project. The project involves building on Lot 2 of the Innovation Fifth Plat. The Planning and Zoning Commission had previously recommended approval. The approval of the site plan followed two readings of the ordinance.
City Approves Rezoning and Conditional Use Permit for Pilot Travel Center Truck Stop
The board considered and approved ordinances related to Pilot Travel Centers LLC's applications. This included rezoning 12.42 acres from C General Commercial and M Industrial Districts to C General Commercial District, and granting a conditional use permit for a truck stop within the C General Commercial District. The property is located at 600 West 92 Highway. The rezoning was approved unanimously. The conditional use permit was also approved unanimously, allowing for a building addition of approximately 1,800 square feet and the installation of sidewalks along 92 Highway and Shanks Avenue to improve pedestrian access.
June Financial Report Shows Declines in Use Tax and Marijuana Sales Tax, Offset by Overall Sales Tax Growth
The June 2026 monthly financial report highlighted several areas for close monitoring. Cemetery expenditures will require a budget amendment due to tornado damage cleanup. Use tax revenues are down 19.1% ($90,000) compared to the previous year, attributed to fluctuations in construction activity. Marijuana sales tax revenues are down 9.9%, with this likely being the last payment due to dispensary closures, projecting a $150,000 annual impact. Despite these decreases, overall sales tax revenue is up 8.8% year-to-date, largely attributed to inflation. The opening of Chipotle and AutoZone is expected to help offset some revenue shortfalls.
City Outlines Facility Improvement Plans with $2.5M Budget, Prioritizing Safety and Accessibility
A presentation was given on facility improvement projects, including the 105 building, current city hall, and the museum. The total budget is $2.5 million, with approximately $1.9 million allocated for construction. Primary goals for the 105 building include creating a dedicated court and public meeting space, ADA-compliant public spaces, and secure workspaces. For city hall, primary goals are exterior ADA improvements, a new ADA-compliant service counter, and secure lobby areas. The museum's primary goal is to repair roof leaks. Secondary goals include upgrading the museum's exterior cladding and interior cosmetic repairs. The project is organized with base bids for essential elements and add alternates for additional desired features, allowing flexibility based on final bid outcomes and available funds. Significant board and staff discussion occurred regarding parking availability at the 105 building site.
Roundabout Native Vegetation Plan to Continue with Informational Signage
An update was provided on the native flower and grass project at the 19th Street roundabout interchange. The original design aimed for a flower garden with native grasses, including limestone on interior quadrants and turf on the exterior. The initial appearance was weedy, leading to mowing. Native grasses follow a 'sleeps, creeps, leaps' growth pattern over three years. Concerns were raised that mowing might hinder beautification and that spraying weeds could harm flowers. The contractor (Pine Valley) advised that promoting growth can sometimes promote weeds. The board discussed continuing the current plan and potentially adding signs to manage public expectations about the 'wild' appearance, acknowledging that native grasses often receive complaints. The consensus was to continue the plan and add explanatory signs.
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