Public Notices

NOTICE TO RESIDENTS AND LANDOWNERS OF KEARNEY COUNTY

Nebraska Law Prohibits the following activities in the county road(s) or ditch(s)

  1. Obstructing or injuring the surface of the road or ditch
  2. Farming, cleaning or digging in or on road or within the county right-of-way
  3. Fencing or pasturing of the county right-of-way or ditches
  4. Installing driveways without first obtaining a permit from Kearney County.
  5. Diverting water into the right-of-way and/or blocking or altering the flow of water.
  6. Allowing a pivot irrigation system or any other irrigation system to water the road
  7. Dumping trash, trees, or other debris in the road or ditch.

These activities without the proper permits and/or approval from Kearney County are violations and punishable as crimes. Your cooperation in prohibiting these activities is appreciated for the safety of all. Before you plan to affect a road or ditch, please contact the Kearney County Department of Roads or the Kearney County Board of Commissioners to obtain the necessary permits.

NOTICE

To all landowners and operators. It is illegal to water a public road with a center pivot irrigation systems per Nebraska State Statute §39-301. It is the responsibility of all landowners and operators to ensure the end guns on their center pivots are shutting off before they reach public roads. Any damage to the public road could result in fines and/or payment for the damages that occur. Center pivot owners/operators also assume liability to the traveling public for creating a driving hazard on a public road.

KEARNEY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS


Employment Opportunities

Clerical Staff Position
Kearney County Clerk, Register of Deeds and Election Office will be accepting applications for a full-time Clerical Position.  Applicant should be very detail oriented, able to prioritize work to meet deadlines, have legible handwriting and understand legal descriptions. Should have extensive computer skills and knowledge of different types of office equipment. Benefits include insurance, retirement, vacation, holiday and sick leave.  Application and job description can be picked up at the Kearney County Clerk’s office on the second floor of the Courthouse or on the County’s website.  (424 N. Colorado, Minden, NE) Call 308-832-2723 for further information.  Position is open until filled. The County gives preference to Veterans in employment decisions and is an EOE and reserves the right to refuse any or all applications. 

Employment Application