Minutes of Meeting

of the Board of Trustees

Village of Boys Town

October 5, 2021

The meeting of the Board of the Village of Boys Town was held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 in the Headquarters Building of Father Flanagan’s Boys’ Home in the Village of Boys Town, Nebraska.

Call to Order:

Chair Skartvedt called the meeting to order at 1:36 p.m.

Notice of Meeting:

The Notice of Meeting was posted on September 28, 2021, to Beacon and in the following designated public places in the Village of Boys Town: Town Hall, Visitor’s Center, and Headquarters. The Notice of Meeting was also published in The Daily Record on September 28, 2021.

Pledge of Allegiance/Moment of Silence:

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Village Clerk Conducted Roll Call:

Village Board of Trustees:

•   Kyle Skartvedt - Chair - Present

•   Monsignor James Gilg - Trustee - Present

•   Chris Haack - Trustee - Present

•   Jeff Lindley - Trustee - Not Present

•   Joe West - Trustee - Present

Also present:

•   Judy Rasmussen - Treasurer - Present

•   Bill Clark - Chief of Police - Present

•   Dana Washington - Village Attorney - Present

•   Joe Oetken - on behalf of Village Engineer - Present

•   James Beckmann - Village Clerk - Present

•   John Kava - Fire Chief - Present

Consent Agenda and Minutes of Prior

Meeting:

Chair Skartvedt moved for approval of September 7, 2021 Minutes.

Upon MOTION duly made by Msgr. Gilg and seconded by West, the Consent Agenda and Minutes were accepted. The Village Clerk conducted roll call.

•   Kyle Skartvedt - AYE

•   Monsignor James Gilg - AYE

•   Chris Haack - AYE

•   Joe West - AYE

Motion carried: 4-0

Special Presentation/Proclamations:

Madison Hagan, Mayor of the Village of Boys Town, and Jacey Ballard, Vice Mayor, attended the meeting to make two very important proclamations on behalf of the citizens of Boys Town.

1. Proclamation of Youth Justice Action Month, read by Madison Hagan

2. Proclamation of Hispanic Heritage Month, read by Jacey Ballard

Now therefore, let it be proclaimed by the Honorable Mayor, Madison Hagan, and Vice Mayor, Jacey Ballard that October is National Youth Justice Action Month and Hispanic Heritage Month.

Report of the Village Treasurer:

The Village Treasurer reviewed the August 2021 Financial Report with the Trustees. The balance of all funds as of August 31 collectively $453,871.72. Detailed reports of Payroll & Related Invoices Paid and Invoices to be Paid are attached herewith and become part of the minutes. Chair Skartvedt solicited a motion for consideration of and to approve action on accounts of the Village Treasurer, to approve the Village General Fund allowance, Payroll & Related Invoices Paid, and Invoices to be Paid.

Upon MOTION duly made by Haack and seconded by West, these matters were accepted. The Village Clerk conducted roll call:

•   Kyle Skartvedt - AYE

•   Monsignor James Gilg - AYE

•   Chris Haack - AYE

•   Joe West - AYE

Motion carried: 4-0

Report of the Village Police Chief:

Chief Clark reported two new recruit’s applications for training have been submitted to the state. There was 100% participation in the ‘We Carry the Dream’ Employee Giving Campaign.

Report of the Village Fire Chief:

Chief Kava reported flu shots will be administered starting October 6. A new EMT class starts October 18. The invoice for the fireworks display in 2022 will be presented at the next regular meeting in order to receive a discount.

Report of the Village Engineer &

Superintendent:

Joe Oetken provided an update that construction on Mother Theresa Lane continues to progress.

Next Meeting:

The next regular meeting of the Village Board is scheduled for Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at 1:30 p.m.

Adjournment:

There being no further business, upon motion duly made by West and seconded by Haack and carried by unanimous vote, the meeting adjourned at 1:53 p.m.

Motion carried: 4-0

Respectfully submitted,

James Beckmann

Village Clerk

Kyle Skarvedt

Chair of the Board

 

FINANCIAL REPORT

for the Month Ending

Aug. 31, 2021

FNB VILLAGE GENERAL CHECKING:

Balance Forward                    $   190,820.95

Adjustments                                          0.00

     (i.e., Interest, prior period Dep)

Receipts for the Month               206,557.50

Less Warrants Issued                            0.00

Transfers                                 (390,000.00)

Less Bank Fees                               (159.30)

Payroll Maxx Fees - EFT Debit                          0.00

Payroll                                                  0.00

     Balance                           $     7,219.15

FNB VILLAGE EMS FUND:

Balance Forward                    $     81,140.73

Adjustments                                          0.00

     (i.e., Interest, prior period)

Receipts for the Month                          0.00

Less Warrants Issued                            0.00

Transfers                                   (70,000.00)

Less Bank Fees                                          -                       Balance    $                11,140.73

FNB COMMERCIAL MMDA:

Balance Forward                    $     87,166.13

Adjustments                                          0.29

     (i.e., Interest, prior period)

Transfers                                   (87,166.13)

Less Bank Fees                                  (0.29)

     Balance                           $            0.00

JPM GENERAL CHECKING:

Balance Forward                    $     79,031.58

Adjustments                                          0.00

     (i.e., Interest, prior period Dep)

Receipts for the Month                 11,672.00

Less Warrants Issued              (162,518.71)

Transfers                                   477,166.13

Less Bank Fees                               (332.91)

Payroll Maxx Fees - EFT Debit                          (372.83)

Payroll                                       (41,332.48)

     Balance                           $ 363,312.78

JPM EMS FUNDS:

Balance Forward                    $       2,019.15

Adjustments                                               -

     (i.e., Interest, prior period)

Receipts for the Month                   1,731.42

Less Warrants Issued                  (1,280.00)

Transfers                                     70,000.00

Less Bank Fees                               (271.51)

     Balance                           $  72,199.06

JPM MONEY MARKET FUNDS:

Balance Forward                                        -

Adjustments                                          0.00

     (i.e., Interest, prior period)

Transfers                                              0.00

Less Bank Fees                                     0.00

     Balance                           $            0.00

 

ALL FUNDS:

FNB General:                      $     7,219.15

FNB EMS:                                11,140.73

FNB Comm MMDA:                          0.00

JPM Gen Checking:              363,312.78

JPM EMS Funds:                     72,199.06

JPM Money Market:                         0.00

     TOTAL FUNDS:               $ 453,871.72

JUDY F. RASMUSSEN

VILLAGE TREASURER

Village of Boys Town

Payroll & Related Invoices Paid

September 8 through October 5, 2021

09/08/2021   ACH   Highmark, Inc.   Claims Pd thru 09/03/2021   (285.49);   09/15/2021   ACH   Highmark, Inc.   Claims Pd thru 09/10/2021   (142.43);   09/17/2021   FOP Lodge 35   Union Dues WH Paycheck 09/17/21   (180,00);   09/17/2021   BT Credit Union   Credit Union Deposits Paycheck 09/17/21   (134.45);   09/17/2021   Vanguard   Retirement & Loans Paycheck 09/17/2021   (4,563.02);   09/17/2021   Agency ck   Child SupportWH Paycheck 09/17/21   (620.94);   09/17/2021   Payroll Maxx Fees   Payroll Fee for Paycheck 09/17/21   (259,76);   09/17/2021   Record Payroll   Net Payroll - Paycheck 09/17/2021   (18,067.21);   09/17/2021   Record Payroll   Tax Liability- Paycheck 09/17/2021   (8,728.36);   09/22/2021   ACH   Highmark, Inc.   Claims Pd thru 09/17/2021   (29,099.56);   09/28/2021   ACH   Highmark, Inc.   Weekly Claims pd thru 09/24/2021   (1,413.10);   09/29/2021   16037   Delta Dental of Nebr...   (349.84).

TOTAL (63,844.16)

Village of Boys Town

Invoices to Be Paid

As of October 5, 2021

09/23/2021   4002015   Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Mgmnt Services   Comm Pkg EMT/FIRE Ins 09/01/21 -09/01/22 - 25% Dn Pymt-1 of 10   3597.75;   09/20/2021   3988678   Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Mgmnt Services   Comm Pkg EMT/FIRE Ins 09/01/21 to 09/01/22 - Installment 2 of 10   1199.25;   10/01/2021   3988679   Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Mgmnt Services   Comm Pkg EMT/FIRE Ins 09/01/21 to 09/01/22 - Installment 3 of 10   1199.25;   09/01/2021   08/01-08/31/2021 Buck’s Inc.   Car Washes during 08/01-08/31/2021   3.99;   09/02/2021   Sep 2- Oct 1,2021   Cox Business   Sep 2- Oct 1, 2021 - Dot.Comm   58.82;   09/01/2021   0392278-IN   Ed M. Feld Equipment Company, Inc   NH Hydrant Flow Test Kit W/0-160 PSI Gauge, Diffuser & Case   1125.00;   09/16/2021   0393104-IN   Ed M. Feld Equipment Company, Inc   22 Hose/Air Packs, 22-Cyl & Valve Assy   163456.00;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Health Ins., RX, Worker’s Comp, 013010, 013230, 016870- Jul   20159.63;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Discovery Benefits Police Dept. - Jul   4.00;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Postage charges Adm Dept - Jul   13.46;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Pollcre liability Ins. policy 031920 - Jul   801.00;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   The Daily Record   222.40;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   2017, 2020 Bond Issuance Fees 035010 - Jul   901.98;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Copier Charges Police Dept- Jul   109.19;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   LD, Line Charges 037540 Police Dept - Jul   8.79;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Fuel Police Dept. - Jul   1103.96;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   2017, 2020 Bond Int. Expense 051550 - Jul   29854.81;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Postage Police Dept. - Jul   6.20;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Voluntary Life withheld 013230 Police Dept- Jul   106.60;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Voluntary AD&D withheld 013230 Police Dept. - Jul   4.50;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Mama’s Pizza - Food Fire Dept. - Jul   412.77;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Cox- 8.99, Verizon Wireless $7.02 - Fire Dept- Jul   16.01;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Fuel Fire Dept - Jul   374.55;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Hazmat Training Fire Dept.   102.49;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Marco copier charges Fire Dept - Jul   195.17;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Menards - 2x4s for Fire Dept. - Jul   142.89;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Critical Illness Withheld Police Dept. - Jul   22.07;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Voluntary Accident Withheld Police Dept. - Jul   10.23;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Hospital Indemnity Withheld Police Dept. - Jul   21.53;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   LTD 013120 Police Dept. - Jul   151.47;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Life Ins 013230 - Police Dept - Jul   63.51;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   League of NE Municipalities membership   210.00;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   FIREAWARDS.COM Firefighter Service Awards   370.78;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   X-Graln/Hero 247 - Firefighter Shirts/uniform   372.00;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Bauer Built Tires - $3,648.36 Amzn Mktp - 5 gal Vehicle Cleaner $104.98   3753.34;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Amazon - Office Supplies Fire Dept - Jul   52.94;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Bound Tree - Medical Supplies Fire Dept. -Jul   315.71;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   Microsoft office software licenses Police Dept   789.88;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   MS software licenses - $56.42, Jotform Inc. -$174.00 Fire Dept.   230.42;   09/08/2021   22660-22662   FFBH   FJSDAP - Training Program for EMT Student-Billed to Student   850.50;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Health Ins, RX, Worker’s Comp, 013010, 013230, 016870-Aug   325.66;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   LTD-Aug   205.30;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Life Ins - Aug   193.51;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Police liability Ins Policy - Aug   646.00;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Print Shop Services for Police Dept.-Aug   74.50;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Postage for Police Dept-Aug   32.89;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Copier Charges for Police Dept- Aug   107.11;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   LD, Line Charges for Police Dept-Aug   10.23;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Fuel charged to Police Dept-Aug   1120.98;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   License Renewal -Buetam Douglas Co,   15.00;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   - 2017, 2020 Bond Int. Expense-Aug   29854.81;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Staples - Office Supplies-Aug   16.47;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   The 3 ARE ONE, Inc Charges-Aug   1153.47;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Postage Charges for Admin -Aug   3.06;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   2017 Bond lss Fees, 2020 Bond Prepd Amort -Aug   901.98;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Mama’s pizza for Fire Dept-Aug   195,61;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Cox Comm Tele $8.99 Verizon Cell phones - $7.02 -Aug   16.01;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Fuel charged to Fire Dept.- Aug   141.63;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   Marco copier charges - Aug   195.19;   09/17/2021   22665-22667   FFBH   BTNRH Pharmacy charges to Fire Dept - Aug   1221.69;   09/17/2021   09/14/2021   Kathleen M. Farris   EMT Trainer- 2 hours 09/14/21   40.00;   09/17/2021   09/15/2021   Mandalyne R. Dore   EMT Trainer 2 hours - 09/15/21   40.00;   09/24/2021   100X-7515   Morrow & Associates, Inc.   Entry-Level Police Officer Testing Services Jul-Sept 2021   943.22;   09/24/2021   100X-7416   Morrow & Associates, Inc.   100X-7416 Police Officer Exam Process - Fall 2021 Program Participation Fee   1500.00;   09/01/2021   Jul - Aug 2021   OPPD   Service Period 07/09/21 - 08/09/21   95926.75;   09/22/2021   Aug - Sep 2021   OPPD   Service Period 08/09/21 - 09/09/21   115739.77;   09/01/2021   41363   Personnel Evaluation Inc.   Personnel Evaluations -BP 08/01-08/31/21   40.00;   09/17/2021   02/16-09/16/21   Ponce Dept - Petty Cash   Police mailings Feb - Sept 2021 & Roll of Stamps   131.91;   09/17/2021   09/14/2021   Scott Mumm   EMT Trainer- 1.5 Hours 09/14/21   30.00

TOTAL 483,217.59

Village of Boys Town

Proclamation

When children violate the law, justice can be served without sacrificing opportunities for rehabilitation. restoration and redemption. No child is beyond hope, and they all deserve age-appropriate interventions and supports. That was proven more than a century ago by the advocacy of Father Edward J. Flanagan, who fought against the same unjust and brutal systems that failed America’s youth then. He believed – and it remains true today – that it was inherently unfair for children to be charged, convicted, and punished by the same rules that applied to adults.

WHEREAS, every child deserves rehabilitation in a system that is responsive to their physical, psychological, and emotional needs.

WHEREAS, Youth Justice Action Month (YJAM) is a national campaign to end the prosecution of youth in the adult court system;

WHEREAS, youth are developmentally different from adults and these differences have been documented through adolescent brain research;

WHEREAS, youth who are placed under the commitment of the juvenile court system are able to access age appropriate rehabilitative services, education, and remain closer to their families, all of which reduces the likelihood of future offending:

WHEREAS, most laws allowing the prosecuting of youth as adults were enacted prior to research evidence by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention demonstrating that youth prosecuted in adult court actually decreases public safety as, on average, they are 34 percent more likely to commit future crimes than youth retained in the juvenile system;

WHEREAS, youth of color and youth with disabilities, and youth with mental health issues are disproportionally represented at all stages of the criminal justice system;

WHEREAS, it is harmful to public safety and to young offenders to confine youth in adult jails or prisons where they are significantly more likely to be physically and sexually assaulted and where they are often placed in solitary confinement:

WHEREAS, youth sentenced as adults receive an adult criminal record which deters future education or employment opportunities and the collateral consequences normally applied in the adult justice system should not automatically apply to youth arrested for crimes before the age of 19;

WHEREAS, the Village of Boys Town is committed to setting the national standard in juvenile justice by using a system that rehabilitates children while also providing them the physical, psychological and emotional care they need to secure a bright, productive future.

NOW, THEREFORE, let this be the moment we treat children like the individuals they are and give them a second chance and

LET IT BE PROCLAIMED by the Honorable Mayor, Maddie Hagan, on behalf of the Village of Boys Town, Nebraska, that October is

“YOUTH JUSTICE ACTION MONTH”

in the Village or Boys Town, Nebraska, and we hereby urge all citizens and policymakers to take due note of this observance.

Duly adopted this 5th day of October 2021.

Maddie Hagan

Village of Boys Town Mayor

Village of Boys Town

Proclamation

WHEREAS, Hispanic Heritage Month, established nationally in 1988 by Public Law 100-402, honors the culture, history, and achievements of Hispanic people, recognizing Hispanics, Latinos, and Latin American people in the United States for their many contributions to American society; and

WHEREAS, the starting date of the annual celebration, September 15., is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and 18 respectively; and

WHEREAS, the Hispanic community makes up the largest ethnic minority group in the United States; and

WHEREAS, the history, culture, art, food, music, and traditions that define the lives of Hispanic people are integral to every aspect of our society; and

WHEREAS, the national theme of this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month is “Esperanza: A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage and Hope.” This theme invites us all to reflect on the contributions Hispanics have made in the past, will make in the future, and how great our tomorrow can be if we hold onto our resilience and hope; and

WHEREAS, Hispanic and Latino/Latinx communities have had a monumental impact on the cultural fabric of our stale and nation, made meaningful contributions to social and economic progress, strengthen our economy as business leaders and entrepreneurs, cultivate a strong agricultural industry, enrich our schools and education system, and serve as leaders in our community; and

WHEREAS, America’s Latino/Latinx community continues to face disproportionate health and economic impacts from COVID-19; and

WHEREAS, Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to appreciate our freedom, to celebrate diversity, and to build upon our American tradition of embracing people of all cultures.

NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE PROCLAIMED by the Vice Mayor Jay Ballard, of the Village of Boys Town, Nebraska, that September 15 - October 15, 2021 is

“HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH”

in the Village of Boys Town, Nebraska, we encourage all citizens to celebrate the history and culture of America’s Hispanic and Latino/Latinx with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

Duly adopted this 5th day of October 2021.

Jay Ballard

Village of Boys Town Vice Mayor

11/5           ZNEZ

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