Council to review City Hall remodeling plans

The Beatrice City Council will hear an update on the proposed one-half percent sales tax increase. The Council voted Feb. 3 to add the sales tax increase to the upcoming May 13 election ballot.

The Council estimates an additional $666,000 would be generated annually from the tax increase and the funds would be used for city street projects.

The Council will also review plans and specification of the proposed Beatrice City Hall remodeling.

The remodeling plans focus on increased access and safety in and around the building. The building currently does not meet fire or building code requirements.

The City Hall structure currently lacks a sprinkler system, handrails on multiple staircases and emergency exits in the basement. The total cost of the renovation is estimated at $175,000.

The Council will discuss the expenditure of funds to the Omaha-based Gerald R. Ford Conservation Center to restore three historic plaques in relation to the Carnegie Building, located at 106 N. 6th Street.

The city will also discuss entering into an agreement with Carnegie Centers, Inc., regarding reimbursement to the city for the restoration of the plaques.

Mondays meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Beatrice Public Schools administration building.

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Council to review City Hall remodeling plans