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Sarpy County Board Approves Settlement with Local School Districts

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a settlement agreement regarding a lawsuit involving the County’s distribution of Omaha Public Power District payment in-lieu of taxes (PILOT) funds to local school districts. In the se...

Recognizing Sarpy County land surveyors

In honor of National Surveyors Week, March 19-25, 2023, we are recognizing the hardworking land survey professionals in the Sarpy County Public Works Department.They are instrumental in community-changing projects in Sarpy County, the fastest-growing coun...

Schram Road near 107th Street to close for one week starting March 13

A segment of Schram Road near 107th Street will be closed for one week starting Monday, March 13.

The construction area is just south of Papillion La Vista South High School. However, the closure will take place during spring break for the Papillion La Vis...

Monthly Tests of Outdoor Warning Siren System in Sarpy County Moving to Wednesdays

Beginning in March, regularly scheduled tests of the outdoor warning siren system in Sarpy County will be conducted on the first Wednesday of every month at 11 a.m. The first test of 2023 is scheduled for Wednesday, March 1, at 11 a.m. 

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Portion of 204th Street near Gretna closes for construction

On Monday, Feb. 20, 204th Street between Capehart Road and Westridge Road near Gretna will close for construction.

The road work is expected to take approximately 12 weeks. This is part of the Gretna Crossing Park project.

Please use caution when driving in...

Sarpy County Treasurer’s Office Opening at Noon on February 16 Due to Weather Conditions

Due to inclement weather, the Sarpy County Treasurer’s Office will open at noon on Thursday, February 16.

The transfer station in Springfield is closed. All other Sarpy County offices are open for regular business hours with essential personnel r...

Segment of 10th Street south of Bellevue to close for construction

Starting Monday, Feb. 13, 10th Street will be closed at Hidden Valley Drive to just south of the Pinecrest Road near the Highways 34 and 75 intersection for approximately four weeks.

The closure is related to work on a sanitary sewer project.

Read on...

2023 Nebraska Homestead Form now available

Sarpy County Assessor Dan Pittman is reminding property owners that the 2023 Nebraska Homestead Exemption Application is now available.

The form must be filed with the Sarpy County Assessor's Office between Feb. 2, 2023 and June 30, 2023. Find Form 458 her...

Burmeister, Warren chosen as 2023 County Board Leaders

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday selected Angi Burmeister of Bellevue as its 2023 board chair. The Board chose Jim Warren of Gretna as vice chair. 

Burmeister has represented District 3 on the Board since 2019. She was the Board&...

Sarpy third graders invited to participate in the Nebraska Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest

Sarpy County third graders are invited to submit severe weather awareness posters to compete in the Nebraska Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest.

Entries are due to the Sarpy County Emergency Management Agency on or before Friday, Feb. 10. The top thre...

How to claim your 2022 Nebraska Property Tax Credit

Nebraska provides refundable income tax credits for a portion of school district and community college property taxes paid.

Apply for the refundable credits using the 2022 Nebraska Property Tax Credit Form.

Find out more information here and direct question...

2022 Annual Report: Pupdates from Sarpy County

At Sarpy County, we celebrate new hires and retirements for our human employees and our fury friends. A few 2022 pupdates from around the county:

K9 Staak retired after a seven-year career with the Sheriff’s Office. Named after Investigator Rick ...

2022 Annual Report: Sarpy employees helping save lives

On top of the daily average 313 non-emergency calls handled by the 911 communications team, dispatchers also see about 170 emergency calls a day. It’s not unusual for 911 dispatchers to administer life-saving advice to the callers on the other e...

2022 Annual Report: Board dedicates Cpl. Daegan Page Street

Sarpy County unveiled a street named in honor of fallen U.S. Marine Cpl. Daegan Page.

A portion of Gertrude Street from 157th and Emiline Streets to South 162nd Avenue and Harrison Streets now carries a “Cpl. Daegan Page Street” honorar...

2022 Annual Report: Helping Those In Need

Sarpy County was tasked with distributing $36 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to provide relief in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This effort began in 2021 with the creation of a Sarpy County Task Force that established prior...

2022 Annual Report: Paving the way for new and improved roads

Sarpy County’s investment in roads extends beyond northwestern Sarpy County.

“Building and maintaining roads is one of our most important functions as a county government,” County Commissioner Gary Mixan said. 

The county devoted time and resources...

2022 Annual Report: Connecting Sarpy County

The CONNECTSarpy – West Sarpy Road Program is paving, widening and improving a 9-square-mile area between Harrison Street and Highway 370 from 168th to 204th Streets.

Without making these improvements, new developments and neighborhoods would stall.

“This r...

2022 Annual Report: Breaking Ground in Southern Sarpy

A project estimated to help drive billions of dollars in new spending, generate billions of dollars in tax revenue and create thousands of jobs in Sarpy County is underway.

The Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency in April held a groundbreaking ceremo...

2022 Annual Report: Lowering the Tax Rate

The Sarpy County Board’s conscientious and conservative approach to finance slashed the county property tax levy by 4% for fiscal year 2023, making it the county’s lowest levy since at least 1985.

The new low rate is part of the budget ...

2022 Annual Report: A message from the Sarpy County Board

Dear Sarpy County residents,

The last year in Sarpy County has been historic. In 2022, the Board of Commissioners approved Sarpy County’s lowest tax rate since at least 1985 while also funding mission-critical services and once-in-a-generation pr...

Dec. 22 Notice: Most Sarpy County Offices Open; Waste Connections Transfer Station Closed

Most Sarpy County offices will remain open to the public on Thursday, December 22, with essential personnel reporting. The Waste Connections Transfer Station located at the Sarpy County Landfill will be closed, due to inclement weather.

Many county service...

Sarpy County Offices Open Dec. 21; Essential Personnel Reporting

Sarpy County offices will remain open on Wednesday, December 21, with essential personnel reporting to serve the public. 

If you choose to access county services in person, please travel carefully. Many county services are also available online at...

Sarpy County Offices Closed Dec. 26 and Jan. 2

The Sarpy County Courthouse, 1102 Building and all county offices will be closed on Dec. 26, 2022, and Jan. 2, 2023, in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays.

All public safety and emergency services will operate as usual throug...

Form Affecting Property Tax Liability Due Dec. 31

If you own two or more vacant lots within the same subdivision (held for sale or resale), you may want to file a Vacant or Unimproved Lot Application (Form 191) with the Sarpy County Assessor's Office by the end of the year. Failing to file an ap...

Polikov Honored as Elected Official of the Year

Sarpy County Attorney Lee Polikov is the 2022 Elected Official of the Year, a public recognition for his work making a meaningful difference in the community. 

The Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce honored Polikov, a respected and longtime public s...

Segment of 180th to reopen, 192nd to close for construction

Several changes are coming to the CONNECTSarpy – West Sarpy roadway program. They are: 

•    Wednesday, Nov. 16 – The 180th Street corridor from Highway 370 to Giles Road and the western inte...

Sarpy County honors 5 local veterans and lights county facilities green

To commemorate Veterans Day, the Sarpy County Board of Commissioners during a proclamation ceremony on Tuesday honored veterans across Sarpy County for their service. 

“As the home of more than 20,000 veterans, Sarpy County is proud to t...

Sarpy County Community Service Office seeks nonprofit partners

The Sarpy County Community Service Office is looking for additional nonprofit partners to offer community service opportunities that are in need of volunteers. 

Community Service participants are both adults and juveniles who need to complete Cour...

Sarpy County begins mailing early voting ballots on Oct. 3

The Sarpy County Election Commission will begin mailing early voting ballots today.

Roughly 3,053 voters have requested to vote early. Ballots will be mailed daily as additional requests are received and verified. The deadline to request an early voting ba...

180th Street and Camelback Avenue to close for construction

Starting Monday, Oct. 3, the intersection of 180th Street and Camelback Avenue will be closed for the construction of a roundabout.

Access to properties will be maintained at all times. School traffic should use Cornhusker Road to 186th Street to access As...

Three Sarpy offices moving to new location effective Sept. 12

Three Sarpy County Offices – Community Corrections, Human Resources and Human Services – are set to open in a new location on Monday, Sept. 12.

The three offices will move into the Sarpy County Courthouse at 1210 Golden Gate Drive in Pa...

Sarpy County approves budget with 4% property tax levy reduction

Sarpy County on Tuesday approved a Fiscal Year 2023 budget that reduces the county property tax levy by 4% while prioritizing several key initiatives. Under this budget, the county levy is 28.496 cents per $100 valuation, making it Sarpy County’...

Jones appointed Sarpy County Treasurer

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today permanently appointed Trace Jones to the office of County Treasurer. The board unanimously passed a resolution appointing Jones for remainder of the current term of office, which ends in December 2022.

Jones ha...

Sarpy County Update: Correctional Center Construction Update

Learn more about the construction process in this month's What's Happening In Sarpy County video. Roughly six months remain in the build process.

Free scrap tire collection event coming up on September 9

A free scrap tire collection will take place in Sarpy County thanks to a partnership between the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District, Sarpy County, and the Sarpy County Fair Board.

The tire collection will be held at the Sarpy County Fairground...

Sarpy County Update: Community Corrections improves public safety

Those who participate in Community Corrections programming often have substance abuse issues.

These programs are important because they help people get back on track and working, rather than serving time in jail. So far this year, Community Corrections has...

Judge finds removal of Sarpy County Treasurer was proper

District Court Judge Geoffrey C. Hall yesterday dismissed Brian Zuger’s request to overturn his removal from the office of Sarpy County Treasurer. 

The judge dismissed Zuger’s petition with prejudice and found that th...

Sarpy County unveils Cpl. Daegan Page Street

Sarpy County on Thursday unveiled a street named in honor of fallen U.S. Marine Cpl. Daegan Page.

A portion of Gertrude Street from 157th and Emiline Streets to South 162nd Avenue and Harrison Streets now carries a “Cpl. Daegan Page Street” honorary design...

Trio brings sense of calm to Sarpy County

Trio, a 2-year-old male lab, is the Sarpy County Attorney's new trained facility dog. His work includes creating a sense of calm at the courthouse while also providing emotional support to crime victims and witnesses, especially children.

Trio is often see...

Sarpy County approves new contract with Corrections employees

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today approved a three-year labor contract with the union that represents Sarpy County Department of Corrections employees. 

 “Maintaining a highly-trained, well-staffed department of corr...

Sarpy County property valuation protests due by June 30

If you are not satisfied with your property's assessed valuation and choose to file a protest, you must complete Protest Form 422 and file it with the Sarpy County Clerk’s Office. The forms are due by 4:45 p.m. on June 30.

You can submit...

New facility dog joins Sarpy County Attorney’s Office

Trio, a trained facility dog, joined the Sarpy County Attorney’s Office earlier this month. The 2-year-old male lab’s work will include creating a sense of calm at the courthouse while also providing emotional support to crime victims ...

Sarpy County Update: Public Works serves Sarpy County

Whether repairing a damaged road, responding to an emergency or plowing through a snowstorm, the men and women of the Sarpy County Public Works Department are always ready to help.

Find out more in our newest Sarpy County Update Video:

Simon to lead Sarpy County Planning & Building Department

Sarpy County recently hired Don Simon to serve as the Director of the county’s Planning & Building Department, a role key to growth and development in the fastest growing county in the state.

“Don brings a wealth of knowledge and ex...

Sarpy County proclaims May 1-7 as Correctional Officers and Employees Week

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday issued a proclamation to recognize May 1-7 as National Correctional Officers and Employees Week. The proclamation honors Sarpy County Department of Corrections, Community Corrections and Juvenile Justice ...

Sarpy County law enforcement, rescue agencies conduct active shooter response training at Cobalt

Sarpy County law enforcement and rescue agencies today conducted a full-scale, multi-jurisdictional active shooter response training at Cobalt Credit Union’s headquarters in Papillion. 

The exercise, called Operation Cobalt Safety, inclu...

Sarpy County maintains highest bond rating

Moody’s Investors Service has assigned a Triple A (Aaa) rating to Sarpy County’s planned $60 million Limited Tax Highway Allocation Fund Pledge Bonds, Series 2022.

This upcoming bond issue was approved by the Sarpy County Board of Commi...

Nebraska Personal Property Returns and Schedules due May 2

Nebraska Personal Property Returns and Schedules must be filed on or before May 2, 2022. The Nebraska Personal Property Return and Schedule are available here.

A Nebraska Personal Property Return and Schedule must be filed for all depreciable tangible pers...

Wastewater Agency breaks ground on new sewer system

The Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency today held a ceremonial groundbreaking for the Unified Southern Sarpy Wastewater System.

The Wastewater Agency, formed in 2017, is a multi-jurisdictional government body tasked with solving a regional issue: th...

Sarpy law enforcement to partner with Cobalt Credit Union for active shooter response training

Sarpy County law enforcement and rescue agencies will conduct a full-scale, multi-jurisdictional active shooter response training at Cobalt Credit Union’s headquarters in Papillion on April 24. The event is being called Operation Cobalt Safety. ...

K9 Staack officially retires from the Sarpy County Sheriff's Office

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today officially released Sarpy County Sheriff's Office K9 Staack from duty. Staack is already enjoying retirement and will continue to live with his handler, Dep. Jason Jones. 

Sarpy County Sheriff...

Sarpy County Register of Deeds office moving to 1102 Building

The Sarpy County Register of Deeds division of the Clerk’s Office is moving to a new location. Starting March 7, the office will be in the Sarpy County 1102 Building at 1102 E. 1st Street in Papillion. 

The County Clerk services, such as...

Sarpy County Update: Tour the new Sarpy County Correctional Center

Take a virtual tour of the new Sarpy County Correctional Center and learn more about the construction process in this month's What's Happening In Sarpy County video.

Read on...

Sarpy County to dedicate street in honor of Corporal Daegan Page

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today unanimously voted to dedicate a street in honor of fallen Marine Corporal Daegan Page.

“We owe our deepest respects to those who serve our country, and Cpl. Page paid the ultimate price,” said County Board Chai...

Sarpy County Update: New board vice chair and thank you to Public Works

Get to know Commissioner Angi Burmeister, the board's new vice chair, and learn about her priorities for the coming year. Also, ride along with the Sarpy County Public Works crews to see what it's like clearing the roads during and after a snow event.

2022 Homestead Exemption forms due June 30

Sarpy County Assessor Dan Pittman is reminding property owners that the Nebraska Homestead Exemption Application, Form 458, must be filed with the Sarpy County Assessor's Office between February 2 and June 30, 2022.

The homestead exemption provide...

Wastewater Agency receives State Revolving Fund Loan to fund construction of sewer system

The Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency crossed a major hurdle this week in its efforts to build a sanitary sewer system in southern Sarpy County. The Agency will use a zero-interest loan from the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy to pay...

Sarpy approves guaranteed maximum price for final portion of CONNECTSarpy – West Sarpy road program

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners this week approved a guaranteed maximum price for the final portion of a major road construction project in western Sarpy County.

Under the agreement approved at Tuesday’s board meeting, Sarpy County will p...

Eret to lead Sarpy County Emergency Management

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today approved the selection of Jesse Eret as the new director of the Sarpy County Emergency Management Agency. Eret has been with the agency since 2016.

“Jesse has proven to be a dynamic leader during his tenure wit...

An Update on 2022 Preliminary Property Valuations

Watch the video below and contact Sarpy County Assessor Dan Pittman with questions about your preliminary property valuations.

Kelly, Burmeister to lead Sarpy County Board in 2022

Sarpy County Commissioners today selected Don Kelly to serve a seventh-consecutive term as Chairman of the Sarpy County Board. 

Kelly represents District 1 and was first elected to the board in 2012.

“Sarpy County continues to be the fastest growin...

2021 Annual Report: Sarpy, UNMC partner on forensic psychiatry fellowship

With construction of the new Sarpy County Correctional Center underway, so are plans for programming inside the new facility. 

Sarpy County has partnered with the University of Nebraska Medical Center to create the state’s first forensic...

2021 Annual Report: Sarpy issues bonds, receives Aaa rating

Years of fiscally conservative budgeting has allowed the county to issue a record $90 million in bonds for roads and the Sarpy County Correctional Center. 

About $50 million is going toward the CONNECTSarpy – West Sarpy road program, which is impr...

2021 Annual Report: Wastewater Agency awards contract to build new sewer system

Sewer service – and economic development – are on the way to southern Sarpy County. 

The Sarpy County and Cities Wastewater Agency in 2021 selected a contractor to build the first phase of the new sanitary sewer system. The app...

2021 Annual Report: Sarpy's economic growth continues

It’s no secret that Sarpy County is a state leader in economic growth. 

The county attracts thousands of new residents annually and county leaders continue to welcome new businesses. And, in 2021, two of the world’s most well-k...

2021 Annual Report: Five 911 dispatchers receive Life Saving Awards

Sarpy County is safer because of the incredible work by our 911 dispatchers. Dispatchers truly are the first first responders, and their quick and calm actions kick-start the chain of survival. 

This year, five dispatchers received CPR Li...

2021 Annual Report: Sarpy launches state’s first mental health court

Sarpy County has taken the lead on delivering treatment and change for people who are dealing with mental illness and involved in the criminal justice system. 

Sarpy County Wellness Court is Nebraska’s first mental health court. The program’s goal...

Kelly, Klug to lead Sarpy County Board in 2021

Sarpy County Commissioners on Tuesday selected Don Kelly to serve a sixth-consecutive term as Chairman of the Sarpy County Board. He first held the position in 2016.

“2021 is going ...

2021 Annual Report: Work continues on the largest road program in Sarpy County history

Drive across northwestern Sarpy County and the transformation is evident. Roads that were once narrow and gravel are now paved, and an efficient, modern road network is taking shape. 

“The CONNECTSarpy – West Sarpy road program is the largest pack...

Sarpy County Update: Honoring our veterans and learn about CASA

This month, the Sarpy County Board of Commissioners honored military veterans. Also, learn more about the Sarpy County CASA Program from Director Paula Creps.

Portion of 114th Street to close south of Schram

Starting Nov. 8, a stretch of 114th Street between Schram and Capehart Roads will close for construction for several months.

The project involves grading and paving about a mile of 114th Street.

Access to nearby neighborhoods and Meadows Church will be main...

Sarpy County Board approves new district boundaries

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved new County Commissioner districts. The redistricting was required by Nebraska State Statute following population changes recorded in the 2020 Census. 

View the new commissioner districts ...

Commissioner Kelly named Sarpy Chamber’s Elected Official of the Year

Sarpy County Commissioner Don Kelly is the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce’s Elected Official of the Year. Kelly received the award at the Chamber’s annual awards celebration Nov. 3.

“Under Commissioner Kelly’s leadership, Sarpy County has set the new sta...

Sarpy County Update: Budget season and a Tourism record

It was a record month for tourism in Sarpy County. See what's driving the numbers and learn more about the recently passed county budget in the latest edition of "What's Happening in Sarpy County."

Read on...

MacDonald appointed as Sarpy County Veterans Service Officer

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today confirmed the appointment of Matthew MacDonald as Sarpy County Veterans Service Officer.  

In this role, MacDonald will lead the county’s Veterans Service Office, which provides assistance to Veterans ...

Sarpy County Update: Highlights from the 2021 Sarpy County Fair

Check out some of the exciting 4-H exhibits and animals that were part of the 2021 fair. Special thanks to Nebraska Extension and the 4-H youth Ambassadors who led our tour. Thank you to all the community events that help make Sarpy County a special place...

Portions of Giles Road and 180th Street to close

Starting Monday, Aug. 16, two roads will be closed in northwestern Sarpy County as the county works to transform the arterial road network in the area.

180th Street from Giles to 180th Avenue is also closing. This will be a permanent closure, as 180th Stre...

Sarpy County Update: Learn about the Wastewater Agency and meet Ryan Mahr

This month, we detail the Sarpy County and Sarpy Cities Wastewater Agency and the Agency's goal to build sanitary sewer in southern Sarpy County. We also introduce you to Ryan Mahr, the county's new Corrections Department Director. 

Read on...

Sarpy County to issue $41.5 million in bonds

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday voted to issue $41.5 million in bonds to help pay for the new Sarpy County Correctional Center and other county building projects.

“Thanks to years of fiscally conservative budgeting, we’re well positioned...

Boy Scout builds American flag drop box for Sarpy County 1102 Building

Sarpy County has a new place to dispose of old American flags thanks to a local Boy Scout.

Fifteen-year-old Ben Huebert of Troop 359 built the receptacle for his Eagle Scout service project and worked with the Sarpy County Veterans Service Office to comple...

Serving Sarpy: Public Works is paving the way to Sarpy’s future

It’s hard to remember now, but just five months ago, Sarpy County was under a foot of snow.

Getting through that snow event – and countless others each winter – wouldn’t be possible without the Sarpy County Public Wo...

Sarpy Sheriff’s Office, NRD unveil new airboat

On June 10, the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office and Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District unveiled a new airboat the agencies jointly purchased to better assist with searches, rescues and other operations on Sarpy County waterways.

 “Havin...

Mahr to lead Sarpy County Corrections Department

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today appointed Ryan Mahr to lead the Sarpy County Corrections Department.

“We are thrilled Ryan is bringing his talent and passion to Sarpy County,” Sarpy County Board Chairman Don Kelly said. &a...

Jones to continue to serve as Interim Sarpy County Treasurer

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today tabled a resolution to appoint Trace Jones to the office of Sarpy County Treasurer.

The Board tabled the resolution after District Court Judge Geoffrey C. Hall issued a preliminary injunction requested by forme...

Serving Sarpy: Dispatcher and National Guard Medic responds to pandemic

Jake Harrer never expected that his first large-scale activation as a member of Nebraska Army National Guard would involve administering COVID-19 vaccinations.

But when he got the call in January, Harrer graciously accepted. That meant he’d tempo...

Sarpy County takes innovative approach to road programs

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved hiring Hawkins Construction Company to serve as the Construction Manager/General Contractor for the CONNECTSarpy – West Sarpy road program, which encompasses approximately 9 miles of ...

Sarpy Board approves guaranteed maximum price for construction of new correctional center

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today unanimously approved a resolution to lock in the construction costs for the county’s new correctional center at $69.4 million. JE Dunn, the construction manager for the project, has committed to building the f...

Sarpy County Election, Jury commissions moving to new location

The Sarpy County Election Commission and Jury Commission are moving to a new location. Starting Feb. 9, the offices will be in Sarpy County’s new 1102 Building at 1102 E. 1st Street in Papillion.

“We’re excited about this mov...

Sarpy County Board to start legal action against County Treasurer

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today voted unanimously to begin legal action against Sarpy County Treasurer Brian Zuger. 

 The move follows the Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts’ attestation of the Treasurer’s Office, which fou...

Sarpy, UNMC to partner on psychiatry fellowship

Sarpy County and the University of Nebraska Medical Center will partner to create Nebraska’s first forensic psychiatry fellowship to assess and treat inmates experiencing mental illness. The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday voted 5-0 on a mu...

Sarpy Board removes Treasurer from office

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners today voted 5-0 to remove Treasurer Brian Zuger from office. The board’s vote came at the close of an administrative hearing the Board initiated after a Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts attestation cite...

County Board will hold hearing to consider removing Treasurer

An administrative hearing to decide whether to remove Sarpy County Treasurer Brian Zuger from office has been scheduled for 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 13. The hearing will take place before the Sarpy County Board of Commissioners in the Sarpy County Boardro...

Sarpy County Board receives draft of State Auditor’s attestation of Treasurer’s Office

The Board has until March 8 to file a response with the Auditor’s Office. The response will be included in the Auditor’s report, which will be released publicly on March 9. 

In November, the Auditor’s Office released ...

Independent audit reports Sarpy County remains on strong financial ground

The audit, conducted by Hayes & Associates, concluded the financial statements fairly represent the county’s governmental and business activities, cash flow and each major fund as of June 30, 2020.

“Sarpy County’s fiscal p...

Sarpy County to launch state’s first mental health court

Sarpy County has established Nebraska’s first mental health court, an innovative problem-solving court designed to focus on people with mental illnesses who are facing felony charges. The goal of the new Sarpy County Wellness Court is to stabilize and tre...

Serving Sarpy: Keeping our facilities safe, efficient

The importance of their role was never more apparent than during the last year when COVID-19 forced immediate physical changes to county buildings and grounds, increased sanitation and other logistical challenges.

“In the beginning, it was an evo...

Major road projects connecting northwestern Sarpy County

CONNECTSarpy projects includes paving and expanding 180th Street and Giles Road, as well as a new bridge on 180th Street over the BNSF Railway railroad tracks. (Olsson)

Drive across northwestern Sarpy County, the transformation is evident. Roads that were ...

Sarpy County taking innovative approach with new road program

Sarpy County is using an innovative approach to complete the largest road project in the county’s history.  

The Sarpy County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved hiring Hawkins Construction Company to serve as the Cons...

Sarpy Sheriff unveils plan for crime victims’ memorial

Sarpy County is planning to pay tribute to two young boys who were brutally murdered in 1983.

The Crime Victims’ Memorial for Danny Joe Eberle and Christopher Walden will serve as a permanent reminder of their lives and represent Sarpy County&...