VILLAGE OF STAPLEHURST The following is a condensed form of the minutes. A complete copy is on file and available for inspection upon request at the village office. The Village of Staplehurst Board of Trustees met on September 29, 2026, with Chair Wilken and Trustees Stava, Benedict, and Novotny present at roll call. The Board approved village claims totaling $122,952.57 for the period of August 26, 2026 through September 30, 2026; motion by Stava, seconded by Benedict, all in favor. Sheriff Department highlights: the August report was reviewed with no action needed. Fire Department highlights: Fire Department claims totaling $156.64 were approved, for Fast Mart fuel of $36.62 for July and $120.02 for August; motion by Stava, seconded by Novotny, all in favor. The Fire Department reported 3 rescue calls and 1 fire call, and 2 firefighters have been added to the department. Megan and Jordan of the Seward County Chamber introduced themselves and let the Board know who to contact if the village needs anything. The Board approved the engagement letter with GBE to prepare the village's 2026-2027 budget in accordance with Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts requirements; motion by Novotny, seconded by Benedict, all in favor. Resolution 2026-09, adopting the 2026-2027 budget of $69,696.97, up from $63,630.00 for 2025-2026, was approved; motion by Stava, seconded by Benedict, all in favor. Maintenance highlights: work on culverts continues. The elevation survey of North 7th Street between B and C Streets showed a two-foot drop from B Street to the area near 255 N. 7th Street. A recent coliform test did not pass because of weather changes and harvest activity. The system was re-flushed, the required state paperwork was completed, and the village is in good standing. Clerk report highlights: the clerk recommended amending the village ordinance requiring five board members to align with state statute, which allows three or five members. The Board will work on recruiting and make a decision at the October 27th meeting. The village fiscal year ends September 30, and new records will begin October 1st. Residents Comments: None. Next meeting: October 27th at 7:00 p.m. Village Clerk, Bobbi McVey-Blath SCI — October 14, 2026 ZNEZ
