Lincoln City Council voted unanimously on ADU housing expansion, the Haymarket Market contract, and new liquor licenses at March 30th meeting. I covered it live. Full story here #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
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Council now adjourned at 6:04pm CT. #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
Open mic is now open — any Lincoln resident can address the council on any topic not on tonight's agenda. #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
Now ongoing: Vote on Accessory Dwelling Unit policy — new rules for garage apartments and in-law suites across Lincoln's R-1 through R-4 residential zones. Vote: Motion carried: 7-0 #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
No questions from the public on this. moving on to item 7. Next: Lincoln Haymarket Public Market contract — 2 years, May 2026 through October 2027, operated by Lincoln Haymarket Development Corporation. Motion carried 7-0 #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
Now hearing: Austin Realty Co. and Goodwill Industries asking the city to vacate a portion of right-of-way on the east side of N. 84th Street between Market Drive and Adams Street. #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
Still on the Perfect Diner at 2855 N. 27th St. application for a Class C license. Members of public asked to comment. And up next Glosse Nail Lounge at 8320 Glynoaks Drive applying for a Class I liquor license. Vote: Motion carried 7-0 #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
Public hearing opens on liquor licenses. First up: Perfect Diner at 2855 N. 27th St. applying for a Class C license. Bo Ling listed as manager and speaks to the council and answers questions with some translation help. counsel is spending sometime on this deliveration. #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
Council now approving a professional services agreement with WSP USA Inc. for the A Street rehabilitation project between 40th and 56th Streets. Motion moved 7-0. #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
Voting now ongoing. James Lange also reappointed to the Building Code Board of Appeals through April 2029. #LNKCouncil. #LNKCouncil
Also on consent: Diane Gonzolas appointed to the Telecom/Cable TV Advisory Board. She speaks to the council members on her goals and answers questions . Jim Johnson is also reappointed to the same board. Lincoln's communications infrastructure has oversight. #LNKCouncil
Council opening with appointments tonight. Christopher Maly joins the Veterans Memorial Garden Advisory Council. Maly now speaking #ConsentAgenda #LNKCouncil
Pledge of Allegience has just been recited and afterwards meeting agenda read by Justin Carlson #LNKCouncil
Lincoln City Council is now in session (5:30 PM CT). It's the last Monday of the month, so tonight includes open public mic. I'm giving updates of every vote. #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
LIVE at 5:30 PM CT: I'll be tweeting the Lincoln City Council meeting in real time tonight. ADUs, the Haymarket Market contract, liquor licenses, and open public mic — it's all on the table. Don't miss it. #LNKCouncil #LincolnNE
Tom Beckius seeks re-election: Lincoln Council At-Large! #LNK #Election2025
> ✅ Lifelong Lincolnite, small biz owner, incumbent
> ✅ Extensive community service (Planning/Health/Libraries+)
> 💻 Website: tomforlincoln.com
> #TomBeckius #LNKCouncil #NEBDEMS
Sandra Washington, City Council Chair, seeks re-election (At-Large)! #LNK #Election2025
> Priorities: Equity, housing, healthcare, quality of life (parks/arts)
> Background: Ret. Nat'l Park Svc Dir, community leader
> Website: sandraforlincoln.com
> #SandraWashington #LNKCouncil #NEBDEMS
Bennie Shobe, running for 3rd term on Lincoln City Council (At-Large)! #LNK #Election2025
* Focus: Roads, public safety, housing, property taxes. Experienced incumbent.
* Bio: Council Member, Program Analyst (NE DOL), long-time resident.
Website: bennieforlnk.com
#BennieShobe #LNKCouncil #NEBDEMS
