Reporting form for the water system of the City of Sutton
State law requires consumers of public water supplies to inspect their facilities not less than once every five years. Completing and returning the Cross-Connection Control Reporting Form fulfills that requirement. This form will help prevent the accidental contamination of our drinking water.
New Utility Billing Software!
Exciting new changes are going to be taking place soon at City hall as we transition to new utility billing software. What does this mean to you as a consumer? For the most part, the transition should be seamless. What changes will you see after the transition? There will be a few noticeable changes- first, your monthly bill will look a bit different. Second, with the new software we will no longer be able to offer two dates for our autopay customers, so all ACH files will be processed on the 25th of each month. Lastly, our paperless billing will change from us emailing your bill to you each month to us emailing you a notification that your bills are ready to view. After you initially set up your account, your bills will be available to view any time, day or night- no more emails lost in the spam folder or accidentally deleted!
Zoning Permits
With springtime officially here and the threat of snow finally a distant memory, many of us have started turning our thoughts to household projects. What steps do you need to take before you start on your project? If your project is going to be changing the footprint of your house garage, or property, you will need to apply for a zoning permit at City Hall. Zoning permits allow cigy officials to insure that residents are aware and follow setback regulations. A zoning permit must be submitted and approved by the City prior to work being done! After the location of the potential work is inspected and approved by the zoning administrator, a zoning permit will be issued. This zoning permit must be displayed on the property in a conspicuous place near where the work will be taking place. If you have questions about zoning permits, or whether your project needs a permit, pleasse call the zoning administrator at (402)773-4225.
Nuisance Properties
Starting soon, the Board of Health will be going around and assessing properties to see if they are in violation of any state laws and local ordinances. If they find a property to be in violation, they will contact the property owner and begin discussions to identify the violation and steps that will be taken by the property owner to correct the violation(s) and bring the property back into compliance. After a set amount of time, follow-up review of the property is conducted to determine whether the violation(s) have been adequately corrected or if further corrections are necessary.
What is a nuisance? A nuisance is either knowingly or unknowingly allowing a condition to occur which creates a public interferance, dangerous conditions, or a public health hazard. Some basic offenses include, but are not limited to: used or abandoned appliances, litter or waste material, filthy substances which may potentially contaminate water supplies, unsightly or abandoned buildings, animal manure and abandoned or non-working vehicles. A common nuisance many property owners are contacted about is grass and weeds over 12" on their lot or the adjoining right of way. Property owners who are in violation of the mowing ordinance will be contacted via letter and given 5 days to mow their property. if the property is not brought into compliance before the deadline, the city will mow the property and assess a mowing fee of $100 plus $100 per hour for the first mowing, $150 for the second mowing, and $200 per mowing for the third mowing. Grass clippings, leaves, garden waste, and tree limbs are not permitted to be disposed of in your trash toter.
Help Keep Our Water Safe
Nebraska's Safe Drinking Water Act requires the water systems to implement an on-going cross contamination control program. An important part of this program is public education. In this article we will explain what a cross connection is, what causes it, and how it can be prevented.
What is a cross connection? A cross connection occurs when there is an actual or potential physical connection between the public drinking water system and any possible sort of contamination. Sources of contamination include both high hazard materials, which can cause illness or death, and low or non-hazardous materials, which are mainly just a nuisance.
What causes cross connections? Cross connections can be caused by both permanent and temporary 'piping'. An example of a cross connection being permanently piped would be a drain on a water softener that is permanently piped into the sewer line. Hot tub, whirlpool, pool, and boiler fill lines are other examples. The most common example of a temporary piped cross connection is a common garden hose. It is estimated that 90% of all cross ccontaminations are caused by inappropriate use of garden hoses.
What are the consequences of cross connections? The consequences of cross connections can range from dirty water to things as severe as serious illness or even death.
How can cross connections be prevented? The best way to prevent cross connections is for each customer to examine the plumbing on their property and look for any cross connections. Anytime there is a possibility of a cross connection, there should be an air gap between the contaminate and the faucet. In some instances, such as with a garden hose, it isn't possible to have an air gap so proper backflow prevention devices should be installed on the supply faucet. In situations where extremely high hazards exist in a building or location, it is sometimes necessary to contain the enter system from the public water supply with a backflow preventer.
How can I prevent cross connections and keep our drinking water safe?
1. Check your faucets to be sure all endpoints are above the flood level of the sink, basin, or other apparatus.
2. Protect faucet extensions by installing proper backflow prevention devices on all faucets capable of having a hose or other extension attached.
3. Check drain ines (fridge, water softeners, heat exchangers) to be sure there is an adequate air gap between the drain line and the floor drain or sewer line.
4. Never use unprotected faucets to fill non-drinking water containers such as water beds, wading pools, stock tanks, hot tubs, etc.
If you have any questions about cross connections or backflow prevention, please feel free to contact Kevin Finnegan at 402-469-9225.
Dog Licenses Due May 1st, 2019
Click here for dog license application.
Boy Scouts Newspaper Recycling
Boy Scouts newspaper recycling held the 1st Saturday of Each Month. Please have your newspapers out at the end of your driveway.
2019 Summer Pool Passes
Beat the Summer rush, buy your 2019 season pool passes today! $115 for a Family Season pass.
$75 for a Single season Pass.
Change of Ownership or Occupancy Notice
Please note that when buying & selling or moving in or out of a house or business in Sutton, both the current owner/tenant and the new owner/tenant must notify City Hall about the change of ownership or occupancy prior to closing or moving.
ATV or UTV Licensing
With the weather warming up, please be sure to license your ATV or UTV at City Hall before you start cruising the streets of Sutton. Ordinances pertainng to ATV/UTV use on city streets are available to view at City Hall.
Graveside Decorations
Please take a few moments to check out the decorations on the graves of your family and loved ones. Please remove anything that is damaged or unsightly.
Compost Dump Restrictions
Remember that only grass clippings, leaves, garden waste, & tree branches to be dumped at the compost dump. Plastic, construction lumber, trash, and hazardous wastes are not permitted for dumping at any time!
Planting or Digging
Be sure to call 811 prior to doing any springtime planting or digging!
Water Backflow Preventers
The City will soon be sending out surveys in regards to water backflow preventers. What are backflow preventers? They are devices installed in your water pipes that allows water to flow in one direction and never in the opposite direction. Think of it as a one-way gate allowing the City's public water to flow into your home, but stopping anything that tries to flow backwards into the main water supply. Why are backflow preventers important? Simply put, they keep the pollutants you use in and around your house (soap from sinks/showers/dishwashers, fertilizers/pesticides, wastes, and chlorine from pools/spas) from siphoning back and contaminating our drinking water supply. There are many different preventers that homeowners should inspect their plumbing to determine if they have any of these devices or assemblies installed. Preventing backflow is the responsibility of all homeowners, and the save water that results from installing proper protection benefits everyone. We are asking that everyone fill out and return the survey when it is mailed out.
Snow Removal Services
Keenan Friesen 402-773-4522
Russ Girmus 402-762-5119
Scott Hofmann 402-631-3203
John Thompson 308-258-1200
Sutton's 1st Annual Health & Emergency Services Day
This will be on Saturday February 9th from 7AM to 2PM. Come by the Sutton Community Center and enjoy a pancake feed and health fair hosted by the Sutton Volunteer Fire Department and Quality Healthcare Clinic. Be sure to bring along your unused and expired medication to the Sutton Poluce Department booth for proper destruction.
Doxo Billpay
We have recently received notice that people have signed up to pay their utility bills via Doxo. Please note that Doxo is not an authorized service to pay your City of Sutton utility bill and because of this we can't control when payments are received for your accounts, or see pending payments. You will be responsible for any late payment penalties or reconnection fees if your payment made via Doxo is received late. For your convenience, check payments can be made at any time in the payment drop box outside the front door, by credit card at cityofsutton.org, or sign up for Autopay today!
Buyers & Sellers:
Please note that when buying and selling or moving in or out of a house or business in Sutton, both the current owner/tenant AND the new owner/tenant MUST notify City Hall about the change of ownership or occupancy PRIOR to closing or moving.
Snow Removal Services
Keenan Friesen 402-773-4522
Russ Girmus 402-762-5119
Scott Hofmann 402-631-3203
John Thompson 308-258-1200
Dates to Remember
February 9- Health Fair & Pancake Feed
February 11- City Council Meeting
February 13- Preschool Mom's Coffee @ Library
February 15- Hearing Clinic
February 27- Preschool Mom's Coffee @ Library
February 28- Foot Clinic
Autopay for Utilities
Make remembering to pay your City utility bills simple, sign up for Autopay today! When you sign up for autopay you authorize the City to automatically take your monthly utility bill from your bank account. No more having to write checks, pay for postage, or remember to drop your payment off before the due date. Payments can be deducted from your account on either the 12th or the 25th of the month. You will still receive a monthly statement with the amount to be debited clearly listed. Autopay is a FREE and convenient option for paying your utility bill.
Foot Clinic
The Clay County Health Department sponsors a foot clinic in Sutton the 4th Thursday of each month at the Sutton Community Senior Center. There is no foot clinic held in December. The clinic is open to all seniors and is operated on a first come, first serve basis. There is a $10 fee to help cover the cost of supplies. During the clinic the feet are soaked in warm water for 5 to 10 minutes, an assessment is done, the nails are trimmed and filed, and lotion is applied to the feet. For those who can't make it to the clinic in sutton, foot care is provided in Clay Center on an appointment basis. For more information, please call the Clay County Health Department at 402-762-3571.
Just a Reminder:
There will be NO Sutton Showcase for the year 2019. Be watching for more information about the upcoming health fair to be held February 9th.
Snow Removal Services
Keenan Friesen 402-773-4522
Russ Girmus 402-762-5119
Scott Hofmann 402-631-3203
John Thompson 308-258-1200
Renewal Time!
December is when we start looking towards the new year, but it also means it is time to renew ATV licenses and walking keys. Licenses are required for anyone operating an ATV on city streets. Walking keys grant the user the option to use the Community Center for exercise out of the elements.
Click here to read more.
Snow Removal
Just a friendly reminder that citizens are required to have sidewalks in residential areas cleared of snow within 24 hours of the storm cessation. We ask that residents living within areas that students use to walk to school or bus stops clear their sidewalks of snow as soon as possible to keep students from walking on the streets. Sidewalks in the business district should be cleared within 5 hours of cessation of the storm, or before 5:30 am in case of an overnight storm.
Weather Emergencies
In case of a lengthy weather emergency, residents with medically necessary equipment such as oxygen tanks and pumps or other lifesaving equipment are reminded to make plans for what to do in case of an emergency. If you would like to be voluntarily included in a list of residents with emergency medical needs, please contact City Hall at 402-773-4225.
Daylight Saving Time Ends
Daylight Saving Time ends on November 4th. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour before bed on the 3rd. Daylight Saving Time is also a great time to replace the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
Leaves
Just a friendly reminder that leaves cannot be pushed, blown, or raked into streets, alleys, or storm drains.
Alley Right-of-ways
Alleys throughout the city allow access to the rear of properties to upkeep utility systems. In an emergency easy access to these utility systems in a timely manner is essential. Residents are reminded to keep alleyways clear of vehicles, trees, bushes, garbage, and other obstacles. A simple rule of thumb is if you can't drive a straight line through your alley, the obstruction needs to be cleared.
Upcoming Sutton Area Chamber Events
Nov. 5- Shop Local punch card event starts.
Nov. 16- 5:30pm Chili Cook-off@ Fox Hollow Golf Course
Nov. 24- 10am Holiday Decorating @ Legion
Click here to read more.
Please Note: The Sutton Area Chamber of Commerce will not be hosting their annual Showcase in February.
Happy Thanksgiving! Hoping you and your family have a fabulous Thanksgiving!
Fire Department Treats
Halloween is a time for fun, spooks, and goblins, but it also brings greater risk for injuries for kids. To help minimize the risks, check out these helpful tips. Click here to read more.
Fire Department Treats
Be sure to bring your trick-or-treater to the Sutton Volunteer Fire Department during trick-or-treating time on October 31st for a special treat courtesy of the Sutton Volunteer Fire Department. Click here to read more.
Leaves, Leaves, Everywhere!
Fall brings us cooler weather, the return of football, and piles of leaves to be disposed of. Leaves make a great mulch for gardens, and are the perfect filler for Halloween themed garden bags. If you would rather dispose of leaves off of your property, they are accepted in the garden waste/leaf pile at the compost dump. Click here to read more.
Winter Compost Dump Hours
Just a reminder that starting November 1st, we will begin winter hours at the compost dump. The dump will only be open Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, weather permitting. Click here to read more.
Meet 'N' Eat Fundraiser
The Sutton Volunteer Ambulance Service would like to extend an invitation for everyone to join them for a Meet 'N' Eat educational event. Join our EMTs for lunch at the City park pavilion on September 8th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Weather permitting, there will be an ambulance visual inspection tour, plus an equipment demo. All free-will donations received during this event will be used towards equipment upgrades. Click here to read more.
Utility Bills
Utility bills are due on the 25th of each month. Penalties will be assessed on delinquent bills at noon on the 26th. Click here to read more.
Preschool Mom's Coffee
Preschool Mom's Coffee will be starting again on September 12th at the Library. Moms can enjoy a cup of coffee while the preschoolers enjoy an activity and socialization time with their peers. For more information, contact the library at 402-773-5259. Click here to read more.
NEW MEDICARE CARDS
By the time this newsletter reaches you, the new Medicare cards for our area should be almost completely mailed to our area. The new cards are mailed out automatically, there is nothing you need to do to get the card sent to you. So what should you do when you receive you new card in the mail? Click here to read more.
GRASS CLIPPINGS AND LEAVES
Are grass clippings and leaves on the road dangerous and illegal? The simple answer is YES! Click here to read why.
FIREWORKS SAFETY
- Know your fireworkds; read the cautionary labels and performance descriptions before igniting
- A responsible adult SHOULD supervise all firework activities. Never give fireworks to children.
- Alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Save your alcohol for after the show.
- Wear safety glasses when shooting fireworks.
- Light one firework at a time and then quickly move away.
Click here to read more.
The Sutton Volunteer Fire Department annual fireworks dislay will be held at 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4th at Fox Hollow Golf Courses.
BINGO & CARDS
Everyone is invited to stop by the Nolde Center for Bingo July 9th and Cards every Thursday at 1:30 p.m.
GOODWILL
Incorporated in 1968, Central Nerbaska Goodwill Industries employed 22 people and provided services to 11. In 2002, the name changed to Goodwill Industries of Greater Nebraska as our territory expanded to western Nebraska. In 2017, over 1,900 people received services, with 285 employes. READ MORE.
DUGOUT DAYS
Click here to view schedule.
Can Care-A-Van
Monday, June 4th will once again see the annual Can Care-A-Van here in Sutton. The drive will be held on the west side of the Sutton Community Senior Center from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The goal for this year is 5,000 pounds of food. The Can Care-A-Van is an annual food drive which takes place in communities across Nebraska. It began in 1988, when Nebraska Food Pantry Network Coordinator Joanne Komenda and former KOLN/KGIN General Manager Frank Jonas worked together for Farm Aid. The partnership worked so well, it became an annual event. Since then, the Can Care-a-Van has collected over 4,000,000 lbs. of food for families in need all across Nebraska. As with the other communities that host the Can Care-A-Van, all of the food collected in Sutton STAYS in Sutton to help out our local Bread Box Food Pantry. Some of the most needed items include:
Laundry Soap
Cleaning Supplies
Paper Products
Personal Hygiene Products
Diapers
Canned Soup
Canned Fruits & Vegetables
Cereal
Pasta Sauce
Beans
Tuna
City Wide Cleanup
April 28th - May 5th Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Sunday. Located behind the fenced area by the water tower. Read more!
DUGOUT DAYS
June 28 - July 1 - Discounted tickets go on sale at Astra Bank, Conerstone Bank, and City Hall Memorial Day Weekend - 24 tickets for $15. Tickets will be $1 each at carnival.
Mowing Regulations
Section 9I-24 of the City of Sutton Municipal Code states that the owner or occupant of any lot or piece of ground within the City shall keep that lot or piece of ground and its adjoining right of way free of any growth of 12" or more in height of weeds, grass, or vegeation! Read more!
Citywide Garage Sales - June 23
City Wide Cleanup
April 28th - May 5th Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Sunday. Located behind the fenced area by the water tower. Read more!
Cemetery Cleanup
With the weather starting to get nicer, the Cemetery Crew would like to ask that everyone take a few moments to check out their cemetery decorations and remove any that are unsightly or damanged. Read more!
Dog Licenses
Any owner of a dog over 6 months of age living in the city must, within 30 days of acquisition, acquire a license for the dog annually on or before May 1st of each year. Read more!
Services for Area Seniors
Clay County Senior Services is available for persons 60 years of age and older. CONGREGATE MEALS, HOME DELIVERED MEALS, PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Read more!
New Medicare Cards with New Numbers
In April of 2015, the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 became law, requiring Medicare to no longer utilize the individual's Social Security number as the identifying number on Medicare cards in order to fight against fraud and identity theft. The new cards will feature a new Medicare Beneficiary Identifier (MBI). Beginning April 2018, Medicare will start mailing the new cards to anyone on Medicare. Nebraska is not in the initial wave for mailings, so we should begin seeing careds mailed out June 2018. Read more!
Dinner & Fun Pianos
March 24th, 2018 at Sutton Community Center. Tickesre are $35 each - RSVP by March 17th, or $250/table of 8 - RSVP by March 12th. Tickets are available at Astra Bank and Cornerstone Bank. Sponsored by the Sutton Area Chamber of Commerce. 6pm Social Hour, 7p Dinner, 8p Entertainment by 176 Keys. Read more!
Telemarketers & Phone Scams
Every year thoughts lose money to scam. Everyone is a potential target - Read more!
Sutton Area Showcase
Saturday, February 24 at the Sutton Public School. Enter drawings for free give-a-ways and get free samples from businesses! There will be a free will offering pancake feed, health fair blood draw and screenings as well! Click here for schedule of events.
Dates to Remember
Feb. 12 - Council Meeting
Feb. 14 - Preschool Mom's Coffee @ Library
Feb. 22 - Foot Clinic
Feb. 23 - Hearing Clinic
Feb. 24 - Showcase
Feb. 28 - Preschool Mom's Coffee @ Library
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To Flush or Not To Flush
Pop Quiz: Which of the following items should be flushed down the toilet? - Paper towels, kitty litter, baby wipes, plastic bags, diapers, rags, toys, latex gloves, paints, household chemicals, cigarette butts, dental floss, Q-tips, facial tissues, condoms, hypodermic needles, feminine hygiene products, anti-freeze, grease, presticides, flushable wipes. The answer is NONE of these items should ever be flushed down the toilet! READ MORE.
Expired and Unused Medications
If you are like most of us, there are probably medications in your medicine cabinet that are expired, or for ailments that no longer need medicated. So, what does one do with the expired and unused medications? First of all, don't flush any medications down the toilet, pour liquid medications down the drains, or throw them in the trash. READ MORE.
Nolde Center Carry In Dinner
Everyone is invided to join the residents of the Nolde Center for their carry in lunch. Everyone is asked to bring either a main dish or a salad to share. Dessert and drinks are provided. The carry in dinner occurs the first Friday of each month. Please call the Nolde Center at 402-773-4577 with any questions.
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ATTENTION
As of December 1st, due to operational difficulties, the City marquee by the American Legion will no longer be providing messages. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Snow Removal
This is a friendly reminder that residents are required to clear their sidewalks of snow within 24 hours of the storm cessation. If you are in an area where school students walk to school or to a bus stop, we ask that the sidewalks are cleared as soon as possible (click to read more).
Walking Keys
Looking for a great alternative for exervising outside? How about a Community Center walking key. Annual costs are $35 per year for anyone aged 60 years or older, or $50 per year for any other users (click to view).
We would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! May your day be filled with family, happiness, and love!
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ATTENTION
If you have changed your phone number recently, please call City Hall to update your customer accout with your correct phone number. Doing so will assure that you are kept up to date with important resident information.
Utility Billing Changes
On October 9th, the City Council passed Ordinance No: 378 which makes the following changes (click to read more).
Windstream Phone Book
We are aware that the phone number listed for the City Offices under the Sutton tab in teh current phone book is incorrect. We have notified Windstream of the error for supsequent publications, but unfortunately, at this time there is nothing we can do to rectify this situation. For your convenience, we are listing all of the City phone numbers on this newsletter (click to view).
Fall Clean Up
The Sutton Lions Club is again sponsoring a Fall Cleanup Day in Sutton on November 4th. Members as well as any community volunteers will be meeting at the Sutton Park Pavilion starting at 8:30 a.m. Volunteers will be raking leaves and cleaning up yard and garden debris. Please contact Delvin Stahl at 773-4104 for more information.
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Halloween Safety
Halloween is a time for run, spooks, and goblins, but it also brings greater risk for injuries for kids. To help minimize the risks, check out these helpful tips…
Leaves, Leaves, Everywhere!
Fall brings us cooler weather, the return of Football, and piles of leaves to be disposed of. Leaves make a great mulch for gardens, and are the perfect filler for your Halloween themed garden bags.
Winter Compost Dump Hours
Reminder that starting November 1st, we will begin winter hours at the Compost Dump.
Parents -
Be sure to bring your Trick or Treater to the Sutton Volunteer Fire Department during trick or treating time on October 31st for a special treat courtesy of the Sutton Vol. Fire Department.
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Construction Debris & Appliance Dumping
As the weather starts to get cooler, everyone tends to get in the mindset of prepping for the winter. For a majority of us, that means cleaning things up and disposing of clutter and garbage.
Math & Writing Tutoring
The library will soon be offering writing and math tutoring for 7th through 12th grade students. Tutoring sessions will be held Mondays and Wednesdays starting September 6th through October 30th from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and are being offered free of charge.
Preschool Moms Coffee
This is a great opportunity for preschooler moms to gather at the library, have some coffee, and enjoy sharing with one another while the preschoolers enjoy some socialization time with their peers.
LB 840
On September 13, 2005 the City of Sutton residents in a special election approved a Sales and Use Tax of One Half Percent (1/2%) for Economic Development.
Owners of Rental Properties
If you are the owner of a rental property in Sutton and would like to be included in our Landlords List, please contact us at City Hall 402-773-4225.
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Solar Eclipse: Viewing Safety
We hope that by now you have already gotten your solar viewing glasses, but how can you be sure that your eyes will be protected?
Sutton’s Campground & RV Parking
The campground located at 711 N Industrial Drive features 17 total camping spots which are offered on a first come, first served basis and can not be reserved.
EnegeryWise Tip: Refrigerators
Hosting a big party where your guests are all bringing a dish? It would probably be good if the chilled foods stay chilled. Do you have enough space in your refrigerator to accommodate everyone?
