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Senator Rob Clements Update 5-14-2021

The 2021 Legislative session is about over, and I want to describe a few more bills of interest.

Casino Gaming – LB 561 implements the rules for casino gaming passed by voters in 2020. The State Racing and Gaming Commission will be the regulator. The legal age for gaming is 21, and the age for horse racing wagers increases from 19 to 21. Wagers on sporting events may be placed at racetracks, but no betting is allowed on high school sports, youth sports, or Nebraska college teams when they are playing in Nebraska. It allows casinos to offer keno games under the same rules as at other keno locations. It prohibits the use of credit cards to place bets. The penalty for manipulating a game of chance is $1,000 and one year in jail. LB 561 advanced to the final round with a 39-3 vote.

Tax Policy - LB 432 reduces the top corporate income tax rate over the next four years from 7.81 to 6.84 percent. This will match the rate used for S-Corporations, LLCs, and individuals. We will still be above the rate of most neighboring states. LB 432 also creates a $2,000 one-time income tax credit for the parent of a child that is stillborn after the 20th week of gestation. This makes up for the loss of the child tax credit and helps with funeral and medical bills.

Social Security - LB 64 begins phasing out the income tax on Social Security benefits starting in 2021. The reduction is 5% in 2021, 20% in 2022, and increasing 10% yearly to 100% in 2030. This will help us be competitive with many other states that do not tax Social Security income and keep retirees in Nebraska.

Gun bill – LB 236 would have allowed counties to authorize permitless concealed carry within the county for those legally able to possess a firearm. An Attorney General's opinion determined that the bill may be unconstitutional as written. The county option was removed, and three other provisions were added. LB 236 now provides concealed handgun permit holders with a renewal reminder before expiration and adds a 30-day grace period to renew the permit after it expires. It also clarifies what is considered a concealed weapon, after a Nebraska court case created uncertainty. A firearm carried out of a store in the original packaging will not be considered a concealed weapon.

Feel free to contact me or my staff for assistance, information, or questions on issues.

You may reach me at: Senator Robert Clements, State Capitol Room 1120, Lincoln, NE 68509.
Phone: 402­471­2613, Email: rclements@leg.ne.gov.

New Farmers Market bags will be available.  Elmwood Farmers Market bags too!

The barn totes are back in stock. Stop by the market this Saturday for the new Tractor Design

They are only $15, and two dollars from each purchase goes back to the Farmers Market for advertising.

Right now we have enough money raised to have a 1/4 page ad in the EMMA newsletter that is mailed to over 900 residents.  

There is still room for MORE VENDORS - No fee, no mandatory number of times to set up.

Join our Elmwood Market Vendor group here for more details or contact Dawn via email 

Elmwood "Pie Ride" Bike Ride

**NEW Event** The Elmwood Pie Ride 1st and 3rd Thursday in ​June, July, August
Join our Facebook group for themes and specials!

An unstructured ride to Elmwood, Nebraska to enjoy some PIE. -

That is delicious slices of Pizza Pie and Dessert Pie! Dates: June 3, 17, July 1, 15, Aug 5,19.
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​Route: .Suggest start in Eagle or Wabash and riding the MoPac to Elmwood.

Pizza by the Slice, 5 pm - 9 pm
The Quonset Bar and Grill has drinks on sale, pizza by the slice, and a full menu.
Elmwood Convenience Store sells pizza slices plus grab and go items

DELICIOUS Dessert Pie, 5pm - 8pm
Civic groups will sell dessert pie slices in the park.
Services:
The Bess Streeter Aldrich Park has parking, restrooms, and a playground.

Bike Share in Elmwood Nebraska

In coordination with St Paul Methodist Church, United Methodist Health Fund, Hutchinson, Kansas, and Bits & Pieces five bicycles are available to check out (just like a library book) and ride around town, to the park, or on the trail. 

• To check out a bike, you must sign a waiver. General bike share program rules-
  must show a drivers license at check out
• 12-17 can rent bikes with a parent at check out. Parents take full responsibility and sign a waiver for their child.
• The bike is due back by the next Bits and Pieces business day. Plans are in the works to get a key dropbox. (Stay tuned.)
• The condition of the bike is checked at check out and when it is checked back in
  when you check out a bike you are responsible for the bike. Any damage will result in a fee.
  failure to return the bike by the due date will result in the suspension of your ability to check out bikes.
• No holds/reservations on bikes will be allowed
• We do not provide helmets. You can bring your own helmet to use while riding the bike.
• Have fun!!!!

Funding for this project was provided in part by the United Methodist Health Fund, Hutchinson, Kansas.💗 About 30 people attended the official ribbon cutting on April 12th and I was even the first person to check out a bike. It's easy and once you are registered you just add the next date and time to the notebook. 

New Summer Hours

Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun

1:00 - 4:00 pm

The Bess Streeter Aldrich House started its new summer (extended hours) today. 

We can also schedule a private tour on different days for groups of five or more.

This 1925 flapper-style wedding dress gets front room attention because it, like the Aldrich House, is about to celebrate it's 100th birthday. This dress belonged to Mim Custard's mother (Mildred Hoffman who married Ray) on August 26, 1925, in Chambers, Nebraska.

Our wedding exhibit goes through August 29. Are you responsible for planning a bridal shower? Why not consider hosting it at the Aldrich House which is already beautifully decorated. Check out some of the more than 20 dresses on display (as early as 1867)!

The Bess Streeter Aldrich House is pleased to host Dottie Wolverton who will give a presentation entitled “Tied to My Apron Strings” on Friday, June 4, at 1:30 p.m. Considered essential kitchen apparel, the look, and functionality of the apron has changed over the decades. Dottie will bring many of her extensive collections to show.

Designed as a garden event, the program may be moved inside or to the nearby learning center in case of inclement weather. Please pre-register with the director at aldrichfoundation@gmail.com. The cost is $5 and includes admission to the Wedding Exhibit at the Aldrich House. 

Easy Library Links

Online Card Catalog https://elmwoodpubliclibrary.follettdestiny.com/ 

Libby Library App https://help.libbyapp.com/index.htm 

Elmwood St. Paul UMC Cass County Food Bank

There is a new location for the Cass County Food Bank.

The Food Bank has moved to the previous Village Office location. 

Send your updates, announcements, and photos of the events, at editor@elmwoodnebraska.com  

   Don't forget to send me your news 

Village Updates

Board meetings are open to the public and held every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.

The meetings are held at the new Village Board office located at the Learning Center on the south side of town. 

Official agendas are posted the day before at the Post Office, Gas Station, and Village Office. Prior to the posting of the agenda, meeting items can be added to the meeting. At the end of each meeting is a Public Comment Section. Attendees have three minutes to speak about anything at this time. Further discussion on the topic can then be added to the next board meeting.  

Next Board Meeting 

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

 7:00 pm

The agenda is posted at the Elmwood C-Store, the post office, and the Village office.

Minutes can be viewed at the Village office or can be found online.

ELMWOOD VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES

Wouldn't it be amazing if the board meetings were FULL every time? This is your opportunity to be involved, be "in the know" and learn how to influence how your community grows, how improvements can be made, and how you can participate in the steps needed to MAKE IT HAPPEN.

As of January 2021, the Village of Elmwood requests that all utility bills be deposited in the new dropbox. 

Village Office Hours

Monday 8:00 - Noon

Tuesday 8:00 - Noon & 12:30 -4:30

Wednesday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thursday 8:00 - Noon & 12:30 -4:30

Friday CLOSED 

Take It Or Leave It Pantry

The free pantry is here to serve our community. It is for neighbors helping neighbors. Take what you need or leave what you can.

Here are some ideas that may be useful:

• Pasta
• Spaghetti sauce
• Canned soup
• Granola bars and snacks
• Fruit snacks
• Dry soup mixes
• Canned meat (chicken, tuna etc)
• Boxed prepared meal kits (hamburger helper etc) 

Elmwood #LittleFreePantry

The Little Free Pantry is located between Hufstader Chiropractor, the Elmwood Meat Market, and the Village Hall.  

Online services are available on their Facebook page.

Elmwood Christian Church

Virtual Sunday Services via Zoom. Stay in touch with your congregational members.

Come on in at 9:30 am for some socializing and catching up.

Service starts at 10:00 am

Even if they are subscribed to the local Stay in the Elmwood-Murdock Group, Facebook does not show ALL the content and you might miss out. 

We are currently serving hard ice cream in dishes.
we have 8 different flavors to choose from.

Elmwood C Store
402-994-3305

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Louisville Food Pantry
OPEN: every Thursday, 6:00-7:00pm
LOCATION: 304 Main Street, Louisville

Please come and pick up what you need for your household or a friend’s.
We have canned goods, boxed meals, breakfast items, frozen meats, bread, eggs, baking ingredients, cleaning supplies, personal care items, diapers, and wipes.

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Demolition of the old railroad bridge on Highway 1 in Murray started March 1st. One lane traffic is being electronically controlled, so please be patient at the lights when waiting, then driving through. Work is expected to continue through the summer months, so plan your travel accordingly. Be careful, watch for workers and machinery and make safety the priority.

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