Buffalo County approves $103,916 local match for RYDE Transit application The board approved Resolution 2026-10 authorizing RYDE Transit to apply for Section 5311 federal funds and committing a $103,916 local funding match for FY 2026–2027; Commissioner Kouba recorded an abstention.

Buffalo County is set to enhance its transportation system with a $103,916 local funding match for RYDE Transit, paving the way for federal support in 2026-2027!

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Buffalo County adopts rebate policy, creates sinking fund for capital needs The Buffalo County Board on Aug. 12 adopted a formal rebate-procedure policy that centralizes rebate accounting in the County Clerk’s Office and created a Sinking Fund (2750) to set aside money for future capital improvements and debt reduction.

Buffalo County just took a major step toward financial transparency by adopting a new rebate policy and creating a dedicated Sinking Fund for future capital needs!

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Buffalo County approves purchase of 210-foot communications tower and leases site from Dwiggins Farm Co. The Buffalo County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 2026-06 to buy a 210-foot communications tower from NEDELCO for $1, enter a 10-year lease with Dwiggins Farm Co. at $700 initial annual rent, and approved a $7,000 early claim to close the transaction.

Buffalo County just scored a 210-foot communications tower for just $1 and locked in a 10-year lease for the land—what's the story behind this groundbreaking deal?

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Buffalo County calls $72 million bond question for new law enforcement facility The Buffalo County Board of Commissioners voted 6–1 on July 8 to place a $72 million general obligation bond proposition on the Sept. 9, 2025 special election ballot to finance a new law enforcement facility intended for joint use with the City of Kearney; Commissioner Ronald Loeffelholz voted "Nay."

Buffalo County is set to ask voters if they'll support a $72 million bond to fund a new joint law enforcement facility—will you cast your vote on September 9, 2025?

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Buffalo County approves ARPA grants for YMCA daycare expansion and rent-and-utilities aid The Buffalo County Board approved ARPA contracts to fund Kearney Family YMCA renovations to add daycare classrooms and to provide rent and utilities assistance through Community Action Partnership of Mid‑Nebraska; one commissioner abstained on the latter vote.

Buffalo County is taking a big step forward by approving ARPA funds to expand daycare facilities at the YMCA and provide crucial rent and utility assistance to residents in need.

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Buffalo County approves $279,899 siren control system upgrade Buffalo County commissioners voted unanimously June 14 to accept a $279,899.20 bid from American Signal Corporation to replace and upgrade the county's outdoor siren control system, including automatic National Weather Service polygon activation.

Buffalo County is stepping up its safety game with a $279,899 upgrade to its outdoor siren system, ensuring quicker emergency responses with automatic activation!

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Buffalo County commissioners approve payroll and vendor claims, release pledged collateral and solicit facilities assessment bids At its Dec. 26 meeting the Buffalo County Board approved payroll and a broad set of vendor claims (including ARPA-related payments), authorized release of two pledged-collateral amounts for the county treasurer, opened bids for a facilities condition assessment and approved motor-vehicle tax-exemption renewals; an executive session addressed contract negotiations.

Buffalo County commissioners just made key decisions on payroll, vendor claims, and facilities assessments that could shape the future of the county!

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Votes at a glance: Buffalo County commissioners approve payroll, 911 interlocal, insurance changes and multiple routine items At its Nov. 14 meeting the Buffalo County Board of Commissioners approved routine minutes and payroll, accepted several financial reports, adopted interlocal agreements and authorized purchases related to 911 services, approved employee benefit rate changes and set a public hearing to consider vacating part of 39th Road.

Buffalo County Commissioners just took pivotal actions on payroll, public safety, and employee benefits that could shape the future of the community!

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Buffalo County board approves $2.33 million Navaho Road bridge replacement, adopts subdivision and other routine business At its April 25 meeting in Kearney, the Buffalo County Board of Commissioners approved a $2,333,000 low bid from Simon Contractors for a bridge replacement on Navaho Road, approved an administrative subdivision for Diane Carlson, accepted the FY2022 audit, and handled routine personnel and financial items.

The Buffalo County Board just approved a $2.33 million bridge replacement project that promises to enhance the community's infrastructure!

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Buffalo County tables zoning and subdivision rules, approves planning appointments and FEMA grant application At its Nov. 12 meeting, the Buffalo County Board of Commissioners opened a public hearing on proposed zoning and subdivision regulations, tabled the item for further review until Dec. 10, accepted an annual special-use permit report, authorized a FEMA Flood Mitigation Assistance grant application, and filled a Planning and Zoning Commission vacancy.

Buffalo County's board just tabled crucial zoning updates for a deeper dive into regulations that could shape the future of land use—what's at stake?

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Buffalo County approves subdivisions, 120‑day tower extension and permits for quarry and concrete processing At its April 23 meeting the Buffalo County Board of Commissioners approved two subdivisions, extended a telecommunications tower permit, and granted special‑use permits for a sand/gravel quarry and crushed concrete processing with conditions including setbacks, signage and time limits.

Buffalo County just green-lighted new subdivisions, a telecommunications tower extension, and special-use permits for a sand/gravel quarry—shaping the future of the area!

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Buffalo County authorizes purchase of Series 2020 refunding bonds and issues Series 2024 The Buffalo County Board authorized purchase/cancellation of outstanding Series 2020 general obligation refunding bonds and approved issuance of Series 2024 refunding bonds not to exceed $13.5 million to fund the refunding plan.

Buffalo County is making a bold financial move by authorizing the purchase and cancellation of outstanding bonds while gearing up to issue new refunding bonds that could reach $13.5 million!

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Buffalo County approves private daycare permit, splits decisions on agricultural service permits The Buffalo County Board of Commissioners on April 22 approved a special-use permit for a private daycare at 29050 145th Road and approved an agricultural service permit for one site while denying an adjacent site after public testimony raised compatibility and traffic concerns.

Buffalo County's decision to approve a private daycare while denying an adjacent agricultural service permit has sparked a heated debate among local residents.

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Buffalo County adopts rewritten zoning and subdivision rules, creates AGR-1 and AGR-2 districts The Buffalo County Board of Commissioners voted March 25 to adopt amended Zoning and Subdivision Resolutions, splitting the AGR district into AGR-1 and AGR-2, retaining livestock confinement classifications, and adding language tying large churches to paved-road access; the changes were enacted as Res. 2025-17.

Buffalo County has officially reshaped its zoning map, splitting agricultural areas into new classifications and setting clearer standards for future development.

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Buffalo County adopts 2025–26 budget and sets property tax request The Buffalo County Board of Commissioners adopted the fiscal year 2025–26 budget and set a $28,250,456.24 property tax request, raising the proposed tax rate to $0.322408 per $100 assessed value; the board also authorized petty cash funds and approved an agreement for an indirect cost allocation plan.

Buffalo County has officially adopted a hefty $28.25 million budget for 2025–26, along with a new tax rate that could impact your wallet!

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Buffalo County adopts 2023–24 budget and sets $23.56 million property tax request The Buffalo County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the county’s 2023–24 budget and set a $23,562,956.89 property tax request, noting a 9.87% change in assessed value and a proposed tax rate of $0.321211 per $100 assessed value.

Buffalo County has officially adopted a $23.56 million budget for 2023-24, marking a significant 6.79% increase and setting the stage for crucial funding across departments!

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Buffalo County approves joining Nebraska Regional Interoperability Network The Buffalo County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved renewal of an interlocal agreement to participate in the Nebraska Regional Interoperability Network (NRIN) and adopted Resolution 2025-69 authorizing the county chair to execute the agreement.

Buffalo County has officially renewed its commitment to enhanced emergency communication by joining the Nebraska Regional Interoperability Network!

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Buffalo County approves $1.27 million Kearney Junction purchase, directs attorney to negotiate separate courthouse-area parcel The Buffalo County Board approved Resolution 2024-41 to buy four lots in Kearney Junction for $1,270,000 and voted to authorize the county attorney to negotiate a separate potential purchase southwest of the courthouse; both actions were approved by recorded roll call votes.

Buffalo County just approved a $1.27 million purchase for Kearney Junction and is eyeing more real estate southwest of the courthouse—what's next for the community?

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Buffalo County approves Audubon rezoning of 362.7 acres and special‑use permit for visitor center The Buffalo County Board approved rezoning about 362.7 acres from Agriculture to Rural Conservation for the National Audubon Society and granted a special‑use permit for an educational visitor center with conditions including signage review, solar panels (max 25 kW), and parking requirements.

Buffalo County has just approved a major zoning change, allowing the National Audubon Society to transform 362.7 acres into an educational visitor center complete with solar energy!

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Buffalo County approves sending surplus vests to Army National Guard for shipment to Ukraine At its March 22 meeting the board unanimously authorized Sheriff Neil Miller to transfer surplus, manufacturer‑unsupported bulletproof vests to the Army National Guard for forwarding to Ukraine. The vests were described as expired only due to lack of manufacturer support.

Buffalo County is stepping up to help Ukraine by sending surplus bulletproof vests to the Army National Guard, proving that even expired gear can still serve a purpose!

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Commissioners appoint county designee for wildfire/public-safety mutual aid and approve 9-1-1 contract signature The board appointed Arlan as the county designee authorized for mutual-aid fire-suppression requests under Department of Safety procedures and approved a 9-1-1 services contract beginning March 1, authorizing the chair to sign.

Buffalo County has taken a major step in enhancing public safety by appointing Arlan as the official designee for wildfire mutual-aid requests and greenlighting a crucial 9-1-1 services contract starting March 1.

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Tribal representative urges mental-health board inclusion as county and tribe confront transport bottlenecks Peter Lenkeek and other speakers told commissioners that Chamberlain accepts mental-health referrals only from the Buffalo County mental health board, highlighting transportation gaps and the need for tribal representation on the board to streamline urgent referrals and transfers.

A tribal representative is pushing for mental health board inclusion to tackle urgent transport bottlenecks that could save lives in Buffalo County.

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Residents praise county emergency manager as commissioners weigh contract and reporting expectations Public comments at the Buffalo County commission meeting praised the county emergency manager for coordinating multi-department responses and securing grants; commissioners requested written reports and discussed updating the existing emergency-management contract and annual emergency-plan obligations.

Buffalo County residents and officials are rallying behind their emergency manager, highlighting his critical role in saving lives during recent crises while commissioners push for clearer reporting before the contract renewal.

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