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...

Sarpy County Update: Treasurer's Office focuses on customer service, reduces wait times

Recently, the Treasurer’s Office served 831 customers in-person, with an average wait time of just over two minutes for a new vehicle registration and just under two minutes for a renewal. The office's busiest months average 630 custome...

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 County begins mailing early voting ballots

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

Around 950 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 ballo...

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. ...

2022 preliminary property assessments are now online

The 2022 preliminary property assessments are now online.

To view the assessment for your property, use the Sarpy County Property Search tool: Sarpy.gov/PropertySearch

If you have questions about your preliminary assessment, please contact the Sarpy County ...

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...

Segments of 180th Street and 180th Avenue to close

Starting Feb. 28, 180th Street from Highway 370 to Merion Drive will be closed for construction for several months. 

Also, 180th Street from Merion Drive to Camelback Avenue will be closed to thru traffic. Local traffic on this segment of 180th wi...

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...

Pet licenses due by March 15

Tool available to help calculate income tax credit for school district taxes paid

Nebraska Tax Commissioner Tony Fulton reminds income tax filers as they prepare their Individual Tax returns for 2021 that Nebraskans will be able to claim a refundable income tax credit of 25.3% of qualified school district taxes paid because of LB1107.

T...

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...

Business Personal Property Tax filings due May 1

Nebraska requires residents who own depreciable tangible personal property to file a Nebraska Personal Property Return and Schedule every year.  The form must be filed by May 1, 2022, with the county assessor where the personal property is locate...

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&...

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...

Segments of 180th Street and 180th Avenue to close

Starting Feb. 28, 180th Street from Highway 370 to Merion Drive will be closed for construction for several months. 

Also, 180th Street from Merion Drive to Camelback Avenue will be closed to thru traffic. Local traffic on this segment of 180th wi...