VILLAGE OF HAIGLER
JUNE 3, 2026
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
The Village of Haigler Board met for a Regular Meeting at 7:00p.m. held at the Village Board room. Notice of Meeting was posted in advance at the Haigler US Post Office, Family Market and Haigler Country Café and given to Board members prior to meeting. Chairperson Irwin called the Meeting to order at 7:01p.m. and stated the location of the Open Meetings Act. Present: Board Members Haskell, Irwin, Gregory and Noffsinger. Tafoya joined the meeting at 7:16p.m. Others present: Superintendent Casey Richard, Clerk/Treasurer Karen Testa, Sheriff Bang and Deputy/K-9 Handler Preston. Public comments: none.
Sheriff Bang was present to give the Sheriff’s report. He brought the April and May Sheriff’s reports to the meeting. Clerk report presented. Superintendent/maintenance report presented.
Motioned, seconded, and carried for all approved items listed. Approved Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on May 6th, 2026. Approved the June 2026 Claims. Approved the June 2026 Treasurer’s Report. Approved to change the date of July’s Regular Meeting from July 1st to July 8th.
West Central Nebraska Development District (WCNDD) for the Community Block Grant is moving forward.
The Village of Haigler received two (2) proposals from the following companies, Miller and Associates and West Central Nebraska Development District to update the Village’s Comprehensive Plan and to update the Village’s Municipal Code. The Board reviewed the 2 proposals and voted for the proposal that was sent by West Central Nebraska Development District. Irwin made a motion, seconded by Haskell. Yes votes: Noffsinger, Irwin, Tafoya, Gregory and Haskell.
Discussion was had regarding reimbursing Sherri Gregory for the Village of Haigler’s WIX website account for the amount of $22.80. Sherri presented the invoice to the Village Clerk before the meeting and was reviewed by the Board. The reimbursement will be paid at the next Village Board meeting. Tafoya made a motion, seconded by Noffsinger. Yes votes: Haskell, Tafoya, Noffsinger and Irwin. Abstain: Gregory.
Regarding payment structure and arrangements with Dundy County for Emergency Director Expenses associated with the Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP), the Village of Haigler received the Emergency Management Interlocal Agreement contract from the Dundy County Attorney’s office. The contract was reviewed. The Board agreed to accept the contract. Haskell made a motion, seconded by Gregory. Yes votes: Irwin, Haskell, Gregory, Noffsinger and Tafoya.
Discussion regarding the rules and regulations for fireworks was had. Reminder notices will be posted at the Haigler Café, Family Market and the U.S. Post office.
Pye/ Barker sent a proposal to the Village of Haigler to fix the deficient items in regards to the Backflow issues. The Board declined the proposal. A vote was not taken.
Next Regular Meeting is schedule for July 8th, 2026 at 7:00p.m.
Chairperson Irwin adjourned the meeting at 7:57p.m. A complete copy of the Minutes is at the Village office for viewing, or at: www.haiglerne.com/boardoftrustees. The Clerk has 10 working days post-Meeting to prepare the Minutes; Minutes are approved at the next Board Meeting.
Karen Testa, Village Clerk
VILLAGE OF HAIGLER APPROVED CLAIMS
Salaries (DD, DD) . . . . . . . . .General (Superint./Clerk/Treasurer) . . .$5,746.75
IRS/941 payroll taxes (ACH . . . . .General (941 payroll taxes) . . . . . . . .1,308.45
Neb Dept of Revenue (ACH) . .Gen. (NE Mo. Income/Payroll Taxes) . . . .172.83
Neb Dept of Revenue (ACH) .Gen. (Form 10, Mo Sales/Use Tax) . . . . . . .171.84
Dundy Co Treasurer . . . . . . . General (Dundy Co Sheriff Contract) . . . . .840.00
BWTelcom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .General/FD (Telephone) . . . . . . . . . . .312.27
SWPPD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Utilities/Billing . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,209.22
St. Francis Equity . . . .Street/Water/Sewer/Park/Fire (Gas/Oil/Diesel) .166.50
American Ag Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Water (Testing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28.25
Quality Farm & Ranch Center .Gen. (R/M, Shop and Office Supplies) . . .139.10
Scoop Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .General (Publications) . . . . . . . . . . . .177.96
Waste Connections of NE, Inc.
Solid Waste (Contract); Solid Waste (Clean Up Days) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,169.77
NDWEE – Financial Services .Water Improvements (Payment) . . . . . .3,950.47
NDWEE – Financial Services .Water Improvements (Payment) . . . . . .4,528.45
Dundy Co Treasurer . . . . .Gen. (Cont. Services – Civil Def Director) . . . .851.12
NAPA Auto Parts WrayStreet/Water/Sewer/Park/Fire (Repair/Maint.) .109.97
Pinnacle Bank – Insurance Account (Bank transfer)
General (Insurance) to build acct for Annual LARM pymt . . . . . . . . . . . .1,250.00
Pinnacle Bank – Water Improvement Account (Bank Transfer)
Water (to build acct for Annual USDA loan pymt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,100.00
Pinnacle Bank – Street Account (Bank Transfer)
Street (25% Hwy Allocation of May pymt received) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .770.70
Pinnacle Bank – Credit Card (ACH)
General (Postage/Dues/Subscriptions) Water (Postage) . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,366.94
PUBLISHED: JUNE 11, 2026; SMN:ZNEZ
