By Allison Peck | Sandhills Post
Ogallala, Ne. - The Ogallala City Council will meet Tuesday evening to address board appointments, licensing items, and receive updates from city departments and community partners.
The regular meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, January 13, at Ogallala City Hall, 411 East 2nd Street.
Council members are expected to begin the evening by approving the consent agenda, which includes the minutes from the December 30 meeting and several board appointments. Two appointments are listed for the Historic Preservation Commission, including Barb Jeffres, who would complete a two-year term through the end of 2026, and Kody Quint, who would begin a three-year term running through 2028.
Appointments are also scheduled for the Planning and Zoning Commission, with Raymond Diaz and Jordan Namuth each slated for three-year terms, and the Tree Board, which includes the appointment of Richard Koester. Council members will also consider a license and permit bond for Tucker Wintholz, along with an application for a master plumbing license under the same name.
During the public forum portion of the meeting, council members will hear a fourth quarter 2025 update from the Ogallala YMCA.
The agenda also includes the December 2025 financial report from the City Clerk-Treasurer, as well as recommendations from city departments. The Airport Advisory Committee will present a request for proposals related to the Searle Field Fixed Base Operator, and the Street Department will bring forward an appointment for City Street Superintendent.
Additional updates are scheduled from the City Attorney and City Manager, including ongoing project updates, followed by reports from individual council members.
The council reserves the right to enter into closed session if necessary, as allowed under Nebraska law. The meeting is open to the public, and written materials related to agenda items will be available for review at City Hall.