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Murray Town Hall
Thursday, November 6, 2014
AGENDA
1) Election of officers:
President
Vice President #1
Vice President #2
Secretary
Treasurer
2) Rally the Fundraising Committee:
3) Our new group needs a new name:
TO ALL MURRAY RESIDENTS
BURN SITE RULES AND REGULATIONS
The Murray Burn Site is set to open shortly and in light of our recent clean-up of the site, which was required by the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality (NDEQ), there are some new rules and regulations that all residents should be aware of. These will be strictly enforced.
1. The only items that may go onto the burn pile are tree limbs and untreated lumber. These are the only items that are burnable under our burn permit from the NDEQ.
2. All yard and garden waste will go in a separate pile at the site to be composted by an outside vendor.
3. No other materials of any kind shall be permitted.
4. The Burn Site will be open only on Saturday from 9-Noon.
The Site will be monitored by a camera 24 hours/day, 7 days a week. Any violation of the above rules will result in a first time fine of $150.00; any subsequent violations will be $300.00 per violation.
The Village Board appreciates your cooperation in this matter.
VILLAGE OF MURRAY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ONGOING SCHWAN'S ICE CREAM FUNDRAISER
Lori Williams of Murray was paralyzed due to an accident several months ago and now her family is under mounting financial stress. The Murray Presbyterian Deacons, aka "Mighty Murray Small Church", with the help of Schwan's Ice Cream and YOU, will be donating funds to help out Lori and her family. Lori's family, will receive 5% of Schwan's purchases for one full year, to October 2, 2015, when you order using special fundraiser code ID# 32144.
You may order online, at www.schwans-cares.com/f/32144 . The campaign ID number is 13054. Go to 'Shop Now' and an online catalog, with the name 'Sherrill Konfrst', (church deacon), will be presented to you. Or, if you would like to place your order over the phone, please call1-855-870-7208. You will still need to give the code number.
If you live in the U.S. and have local Schwan's delivery, you may participate in this worthy cause. A Schwan's delivery person will deliver your products directly to your home and you'll be helping Lori and her family. Feel free to forward this to your friends across the country!
Please direct any questions you might have to Sherrill at 402-235-2844.
Thank you for your support!
RECYCLE!
Do something good for your community and our earth!
CASS COUNTY GOING GREEN
recycle trailer will be located on these dates in the following towns:
Murray:
Beaver Lake:
Union:
Nehawka:
Murray residents should either use the curbside bins that PREMIER WASTE SOLUTIONS delivered or continue to use the Cass County Recycle trailer at the Murray Fire Station per the above schedule.
SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES' EVENTS.....
ANNUAL VETERANS DAY SOUP DINNER
Union American Legion Auxiliary Hall
Union, NE
Sunday November 9, 2014
11:00 a.m.
VETERANS EAT FREE!
Adults, $6.00 children, $3
Bring in your favorite VETERAN for a nice meal!
A great way to say 'Thanks for your service'!
RAFFLE TICKETS ARE ONLY $1.00 EACH and YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE PRESENT TO WIN!
PRIZES ARE HANDMADE QUILTS, 1 TWIN-SIZE, 1 LAP-SIZE and 2 WHOLE PRIME RIBS!
(THINK CHRISTMAS GIFTS or CHRISTMAS DINNER!)
CALL 402-235-2926 TO PURCHASE TICKETS.
PLATTSMOUTH COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT RECEIVES GRANT
from DuPONT PIONEER and WILES AGRIBUSINESS LLC
Plattsmouth Community School District is pleased to announce that DuPont Pioneer has awarded the district with a $5,000 grant. In addition, local Pioneer sales agency Wiles Agribusiness LLC has matched the gift for a total donation of $10,000 to support the school's agriculture education programs.
Funding provided by Pioneer and Wiles Agribusiness LLC will support the high school greenhouse by purchasing soil, fertilizer, plants, soil testing equipment and other necessary supplies. Funds will also be used to equip the greenhouse with a wind generated power source. The support will also help to build elevated planting beds and a tiered garden at the middle school.
"Wiles Agribusiness LLC is excited to assist and fund the Plattsmouth School District Exploring Agriculture Education Programs," said Bruce Wiles. "Integrating agriculture into both the high school and middle school curriculum provides hands-on opportunities that will allow students to experience and be aware of future agricultural career opportunities, thus helping to grow the next generation of Nebraska agriculture leaders."
Pioneer makes contributions to community-based organizations on behalf of the business and employees. Consideration for outreach grants are given to communities where Pioneer representatives, employees and customers live and work and that support quality-of-life initiatives to create an improved, sustainable lifestyle for people worldwide.
DuPont Pioneer is the world's leading developer and supplier of advanced plant genetics, providing high- quality seeds to farmers in more than 90 countries. Pioneer provides agronomic support and services to help increase farmer productivity and profitability and strives to develop sustainable agricultural systems for people everywhere. Science with Service Delivering Success™.
DuPont (NYSE: DD) has been bringing world-class science and engineering to the global marketplace in the form of innovative products, materials, and services since 1802. The company believes that by collaborating with customers, governments, NGOs, and thought leaders, we can help find solutions to such global
challenges as providing enough healthy food for people everywhere, decreasing dependence on fossil fuels, and protecting life and the environment. For additional information about DuPont and its commitment to inclusive innovation, please visit www.dupont.com.
(The DuPont Oval Logo, DuPont™, Pioneer® and Science with Service Delivering Success® are trademarks or registered trademarks of DuPont or its affiliates.
Registration for the Lower Platte River Summit continues! The Summit will be held on Tuesday, November 6th at Camp Carol Joy Holling near Ashland, NE. The theme of this year’s Summit is “Urban Growth—Rural Resilience”. Early registration of $20 will be extended to November 1st!
Chuck Schroeder, the Executive Director of the Rural Futures Institute at the University of Nebraska will provide the keynote presentation to begin the day at 9:00 a.m. The keynote will be followed by a facilitated panel discussion that will cover a variety of topics including land use, public health, water supply, water quality, recreation, industry/economic development, and others. Members of the panel will join the audience in participating in “Plainsopoly” which engages individuals in the issues and possibilities of a diverse landscape such as the Lower Platte River Corridor.
Lunch will follow Plainsopoly and then we will head out on a bus tour of unique properties and communities within the Lower Platte River Corridor. Stops will include a working farm in the floodplains and bluffs of the lower Platte River in Sarpy County to and then a stop at Plattsmouth, NE to visit with representatives of their Main Street Association and Historical Society. The event will conclude by 5:30 following some time for hors d’oeurves and time for participants to visit about the day’s events.
Registration is available on-line at: https://lowerplatteorg.
Please let me know if you have questions. Hope to see you all there!
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CASS COUNTY COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATE (CASA) is seeking a part-time Staff Assistant to provide administrative, clerical and general program support. This position requires a personable and professional demeanor, Microsoft Office proficiency, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and a passion for child advocacy. Knowledge of social media preferred. Send resume/cover letter to director@casscasa.org. For more information see www.casscasa.org. EOE.
HARMONICA WORKSHOP & CONCERT
David Seay, Master Artist with the Nebraska Arts Council, will be presenting a Harmonica Workshop/Concert on Sunday, November 9, 2014, at 2:30 PM in the Old Avoca, Nebraska Schoolhouse. Each paid admission includes a free harmonica for those 6 years old or older. The workshop will include an introduction to the 10 hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C Major.
The workshop will be downstairs in The Old Avoca Schoolhouse, and followed by light refreshments, and an acoustic jam session with the performers. Avoca is in southern Cass County, Nebraska, on the 13 C Spur, one mile south of Highway 34. Admission is $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for students and senior citizens, and $1.00 for children. Seating is limited.
For more information, write to Greenblatt & Seay, The Old Schoolhouse, P.O. Box 671, Avoca, Nebraska, 68307, or call 402-275-3221, or e-mail them at debby@greenblattandseay.com.
The historic Old Avoca Schoolhouse was built in 1925, and has been the home of the Schoolhouse Performance Series since 1990. Music lessons, workshops, fiddle camps, and field trips are offered by Schoolhouse residents, Greenblatt & Seay, and are available by appointment.
Avoca is in southern Cass County, Nebraska, on the 13 C Spur, one mile south of Highway 34 and three miles east of Highway 50. For more information, write to Greenblatt & Seay, P.O. Box 671, Avoca, NE, 68307, or call 402-275-3221, or e-mail them at g-s@greenblattandseay.com, or visit their web site at www.greenblattandseay.com.
NOW YOU DON'T HAVE to "GET OUT THERE" to VOTE.
YOU CAN do it from the COMFORT of YOUR OWN HOME!
JUST VOTE!
Voters can fax to the number on the form, postal mail it to the address on the form or print, sign, scan and email it to nancyj@cassne.org.
SOARING WINGS VINEYARD
17111 S 138th StSpringfield, NE 68059
402-253-2479
(Nebraska Law stipulates that no outside alcohol can be brought onto the premise.)
Friday Night Music!
Your favorite Friday night activity is back and better than ever! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnics and friends and come out to enjoy the music! Music will be outside, weather permitting.
$5 cover charge on Fridays
Live Band 7-9:30
October
(Acoustic - No Cover!)
31 - Tim Koehn
Check out upcoming performers and events at www.soaringwingswine.com !
See You at the Winery!
ONGOING AREA EVENTS and ACTIVITIES.....
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