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Village of Hemingford Hemingford is a prosperous community with more to offer than just beautiful sunsets, quiet neighborhoods, and a nearly non-existent crime rate.

🩸🎃 Something spooky is happening… and it could save a life! 🎃🩸Join BBGH for a Halloween Blood Drive at Box Butte General...
10/20/2026

🩸🎃 Something spooky is happening… and it could save a life! 🎃🩸

Join BBGH for a Halloween Blood Drive at Box Butte General Hospital! 🧛‍♂️🦇

📅 Thursday, October 29
⏰ 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Alliance Room – Box Butte General Hospital

This Halloween season, give a gift that truly matters. ❤️ Your blood donation could help save someone’s life!

👻 Ready to donate? Sign up using the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer!

🔗 https://volunteersignup.org/P4ELE

🩸 Donate Blood. Save a Life. ❤️

Please share and help spread the word! 🎃🕷️

10/16/2026

The Agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting, to be held on September 15, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. is as follows:

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
VILLAGE OF HEMINGFORD BOARD OF TRUSTEES

September 15, 2026-6:00pm
700 Box Butte Ave. Hemingford, NE. 69348
Zoom Virtual Meeting information
Meeting ID 978 662 3827 Passcode 931989

Pledge of Allegiance
Opening Prayer
Meeting Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Meeting Information

1. Consent Calendar
a. Minutes of the September 15, 2026 Regular meeting.
b. Claims against the Village of $
c. Claims against the Utilities of $
d. Claims against the HCCC of $
e. September 2026 Village Financial Statements and September 2026 Bank Reconciliations.
f. September 2026 Library Report.
g. September 2026 Box Butte County Sheriff’s Office Report.
h. September 2026 HVFD Report.

2. Discussion and Possible action: License agreement between the Village of Hemingford and Cindy Jones regarding property at Lot 2 & 3 Block 2 Herren Addition.

3. Discussion and Possible action: Approval of proposed handicap parking spot on the South side of Sand Canyon Therapy. -Seth Heitz

4. Open public hearing on the 1-&-6-year Street Improvement Program for fiscal year 2026-2027.

5. Close public hearing on the 1-&-6-year Street Improvement Program for fiscal year 2026-2027.

6. Discussion and possible action: Approval of Resolution 2026-12 pertaining to the 1- & 6-year Street Improvement Program for fiscal year 2026-2027.

7. Discussion and possible action: Addendums to the Box Butte County Sheriff agreement to reflect changes for the upcoming physical year.

8. Discussion and possible action: Course of Action with the Utility fund 3-month CD that Matures on 10/27/2026.

9. Discussion and possible action: Opening a savings account for library memorials and donations.

10. Discussion and possible action: Review of the 2025 Strategic Plan.

11. Administrator’s Report: Dog Pound has been inspected, Treats on the Steets, Budget has been submitted to the State and the County, Leadership Community Re-Certification, Comp Plan, USDA Loan update, NPPD rate increase update, Library Grant for Book Cases, upcoming Vacation Time.

12. Utilities Department Report: Winterized pool, winterized all of the sprinkler systems, repaired water service on Smith Ave., dug three graves. -Seth Heitz

13. Public Comment: No action may be taken on issues raised and comments will be limited to 3 minutes each.

Executive Session: Council reserves the right to enter into closed session if deemed necessary and the item is on the agenda.

A copy of the complete packet can be found here:

🚧 VILLAGE OF HEMINGFORD SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT GRANT 🚧The Village of Hemingford is offering Sidewalk Improvement Grants to...
10/15/2026

🚧 VILLAGE OF HEMINGFORD SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT GRANT 🚧
The Village of Hemingford is offering Sidewalk Improvement Grants to help residents improve and maintain our community!
💰 $13,500 in grant funds are available annually for residential properties.
Grant Guidelines:
Grants are available to Village of Hemingford residents on a first-come, first-served basis.
Grants are available for up to $1,500 per property owner.
Eligible sidewalks must be used by the public, run parallel to the street, and be uniform with connecting lots. Alley sidewalks are not included.
The area to be improved must be inspected by the Village Public Works Department before the application can be approved.
Grants are subject to the availability of funds for the fiscal year.
Payment will be issued after final inspection by the Village Public Works Department and after receipts for the completed work are submitted to the Village Office.
🏘️ This grant program is intended to encourage and enable residents to improve our community!
📝 How to Apply
To request an application, email [email protected] for a fillable or non-fillable application, or stop by the Village Office to pick one up.
📅 APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY OCTOBER 31ST
Funds are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don't wait! Let's work together to keep Hemingford looking great! 🌳🚶‍♀️ See less

🎃👻 Treats on the Streets & Costume Contest is coming to Hemingford! 👻🎃Get those costumes ready and join us for an aftern...
10/05/2026

🎃👻 Treats on the Streets & Costume Contest is coming to Hemingford! 👻🎃

Get those costumes ready and join us for an afternoon of Halloween fun! 🧡

📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
⏰ 2:30–4:30 PM
📍 700 Block of Box Butte Ave

🍬 Enjoy trick-or-treating and activities throughout the closed 700 block, with additional treats and Halloween fun available from participating businesses and organizations on the 600 block of Box Butte Ave as well! 🎃

🏆 Costume Contest:
• Pre-K & Under
• Kindergarten–4th Grade
• 5th–8th Grade
• Group / Any Age

1st, 2nd & 3rd place will be awarded in each category — 16 prizes total! 🎉 Winners must be present to win.

🎃 Costume judging will take place during the event, with winners announced at 4:15 PM.

🚧 Safety Reminder: The 700 block of Box Butte Ave will be closed for the event. The 600 block will remain open to traffic, so please use designated crosswalks and follow the directions of our crossing guards.

Come dressed up, bring the kids, grab some treats, and enjoy an afternoon of Halloween fun right here in Hemingford! 🧡🍬👻

We can’t wait to see everyone! 🎃

🎃👻 CALLING ALL BUSINESSES, GROUPS & ORGANIZATIONS! 👻🎃We’re getting ready for Treats on the Streets & Costume Contest in ...
09/25/2026

🎃👻 CALLING ALL BUSINESSES, GROUPS & ORGANIZATIONS! 👻🎃

We’re getting ready for Treats on the Streets & Costume Contest in Hemingford, and we want YOU to be part of the fun! 🧡🖤

📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
⏰ 2:30–4:30 PM
📍 700 Block of Box Butte Ave • Hemingford, NE

We’re looking for businesses, groups, clubs, organizations, and community members who would like to participate by handing out treats and helping make this a fun afternoon for local kids and families! 🍬🍭🍫

You can:
🎃 Set up on the 700 Block of Box Butte Ave
🏪 Stay at your own business location and be included on our event advertising (within the downtown area)
🍬 Hand out treats
👻 Decorate your space
🧙‍♀️ Get creative and have some fun!

We’re also looking for donations and volunteers to help with the costume contest: judges, crossing guards, and judge helpers.

If your business, group, or organization would like to participate, contact Teran Sherfey for a registration form!

📞 308-487-3465
📧 [email protected]

Let’s make this Halloween a fun and memorable one for the kids of Hemingford! 🧡🎃

Please share and help us spread the word! 👻🍬

🚒❤️ FIREFIGHTER APPRECIATION MONTH ❤️🚒This month, the Village of Hemingford is proud to recognize and say THANK YOU to o...
09/15/2026

🚒❤️ FIREFIGHTER APPRECIATION MONTH ❤️🚒

This month, the Village of Hemingford is proud to recognize and say THANK YOU to our volunteer firefighters!

These dedicated men and women give their time, energy, and often put themselves in harm’s way to help protect our neighbors, families, homes, and community. They answer the call—day or night, in good weather or bad—and they do it because they care about Hemingford. 🧑‍🚒🔥

To all of our Hemingford Volunteer Fire Department members:
Thank you for your service, your dedication, and everything you do for our community! ❤️🇺🇸

If you see one of our firefighters this month, take a moment to thank them. A simple “thank you” goes a long way! 👏

09/11/2026

The Agenda for the upcoming City Council Meeting, to be held on September 15, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. is as follows:

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
VILLAGE OF HEMINGFORD BOARD OF TRUSTEES
September 15, 2026-6:00pm
700 Box Butte Ave. Hemingford, NE. 69348

Zoom Virtual Meeting information
Meeting ID 978 662 3827 Passcode 931989

Pledge of Allegiance
Opening Prayer
Meeting Call to Order
Roll Call
Public Meeting Information

1. Consent Calendar
a. Minutes of the August 18, 2026 Regular meeting.
b. Minutes of the August 26, 2026 Budget Workshop.
c. Minutes of the September 2, 2026 Public Hearing on the Downtown Revitalization Grant.
d. Minutes of the September 15, 2026 Budget Hearing.
e. Claims against the Village of $ 65,264.41
f. Claims against the Utilities of $ 220,065.09
g. Claims against the HCCC of $ 0.00
h. August 2026 Village Financial Statements and August 2026 Bank Reconciliations.
i. August 2026 Library Report.
j. August 2026 Box Butte County Sheriff’s Office Report.
k. August 2026 HVFD Report.

2. Discussion and possible action: Community Development Block Grant update and information. – Dave Welanko

3. Discussion and Possible action: Revamping the parking on the South side of Sand Canyon Therapy to be parallel parking and include a handicap spot.

4. Discussion and possible action: Approving Resolution 2026-11 Gibbon’s TIF Plan and Project.

5. Discussion and possible Action: Roland Street update and possible Village reimbursement. -Steve Baker & Tim Kumpf

6. Discussion and possible action: Resolution 2026-04 to adopt Title 196 Chapter 2:
The provisions of this chapter set the minimum sanitary and safety requirements for the equipment and operation of swimming pools and bather preparation facilities as required by Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-15,265(1). Local governments may adopt these regulations by resolution, ordinance, or regulation in satisfaction of Neb. Rev. Stat. § 81-15,265(2) or adopt more stringent requirements. The minimum sanitary and safety standards in this chapter are not intended for application to short-term rental pools as defined at 196 NAC 1-001.21, but do not preclude a local government from adopting any resolution, ordinance, or regulation which applies to short-term rental pools

7. Discussion and Possible action: Property Request - Cindy Jones

8. Discussion and possible action: Addendums to the Box Butte County Sheriff agreement to reflect changes for the upcoming physical year.

9. Discussion and possible action: Approval of Ordinance # 841 to adopt the budget for fiscal year 2026-2027.

10. Discussion and possible action: Approval of Ordinance # 842 to approve salaries for Village employees.

11. Discussion and possible action: Approval of Resolution 2026-10 pertaining to setting property tax request.

12. Discussion and Possible action. Course of action with the Keno 6-month CD that matures on 10/03/26.

13. Discussion and Possible action: Agreement for using a hybrid system for compensating the Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer position. – Kyle Huss

14. Administrator’s Report: Dog Pound license, paying annual fees to Nebraska Department of Agriculture, Updating Fee Schedule and Dog Licensing Ordinance, CDBG update, Recertification Leadership Community update – Kyle Huss

15. Utilities Department Report: Well repairs complete, dug 2 graves, picked up new wire reel trailer from Hastings, winterized Ballfield Concessions, Pool house, and Splash Pad. – Seth Heitz

16. Public Comment: No action may be taken on issues raised and comments will be limited to 3 minutes each.

Executive Session: Council reserves the right to enter into closed session if deemed necessary and the item is on the
agenda.

A complete packet can be found here:

🍽️ SERVSAFE FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER COURSE 🍽️Do you work in a restaurant, foodservice establishment, or other licensed f...
09/10/2026

🍽️ SERVSAFE FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER COURSE 🍽️

Do you work in a restaurant, foodservice establishment, or other licensed food establishment? This training opportunity may be for you! 👇

Nebraska Extension will be offering a ServSafe Food Protection Manager Course in Alliance on Tuesday, October 6th at the Box Butte County Extension Office.

📚 This nationally recognized program helps foodservice professionals strengthen safe food-handling practices and reduce the risk of foodborne illness. The course prepares participants to take the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Exam and covers topics including:

✅ Preventing contamination
🌡️ Time & temperature control
🧼 Employee hygiene
🧽 Cleaning & sanitation systems

📌 Important: Nebraska Law LB 245 requires licensed food establishments to have at least one person in charge who holds a Certified Food Protection Manager Certification.

💰 Cost: $160
Includes manual, instruction, and certification exam

📅 Registration is due 3 weeks prior to the training date.

🔗 Register online: https://go.unl.edu/panhandleservsafe2026

📞 Questions or registration help? Call 308-262-1022

A great opportunity for local foodservice businesses and employees to stay up-to-date and keep our community safe! ❤️

Just a little reminder that the Village of Hemingford Office will be closed Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labo...
09/04/2026

Just a little reminder that the Village of Hemingford Office will be closed Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day.

We hope you all enjoy the long weekend, get some time to relax, and spend it with the people you love! ❤️

We’ll be back to our regular office hours on Tuesday, September 8th.

Have a safe and happy Labor Day weekend, Hemingford! 🇺🇸✨

09/03/2026

📣 New Service Available at the Village Office! 🖊️

We’re excited to announce that the Village of Hemingford Office now has a notary available! 🎉

Need a document notarized? We’re here to help make things a little easier for our community. Whether it’s paperwork, forms, or other documents that need a notary, stop by and see us!

📍 Village of Hemingford Office
📞 Questions? Call us at 308-487-3465

We’re always looking for ways to better serve our residents, and we’re happy to add this service to our office! 👩🏼‍💻

Address

700 Box Butte Avenue
Hemingford, NE
69438

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+13084873465

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