Q2 2022 Newsletter

Arbor Day FREE Ice Cream Social Are you Ready if TRAGEDY STRIKES? Severe Weather Awareness Delicious Recipe to Try! Nebraska newspaper editor — and resident of Farmer’s Almanac Tip! Nebraska City, NE — J. Sterling Morton had an Thank You Commissioners & enthusiasm for trees and advocated strongly for Elected Officials! individuals and civic groups to plant them. Once Hamburger Fly-In he became secretary of the Nebraska Territory, Gas Saving Tips he further spread his message of the value of trees. And on January 4, 1872, Morton first Easter Egg HUNT! proposed a tree planting holiday to be called Farming has Begun! “Arbor Day” at a meeting of the State Board of Drug Free Workplace agriculture. The celebration date was set for April 10, 1872. Prizes were offered COMPLACENCY! to counties and individuals for the Salvation Army Volunteering largest number of properly planted Jail Update trees on that day. It was estimated that more than 1 million trees were Wellness Update planted in Nebraska on the first Milestones! Arbor Day. Climate change is the biggest challenge facing the health Adams County Excellence – of our planet. And while it will take ACES! many solutions working together to Birthdays! make a difference, trees are the proven, affordable, natural way that THANKS and APPRECIATION for all can be implemented quickly to pull YOU DO! carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere today. Every tree somethpdilinarengcttetidohnias. ta hstaepsianltrheearidgyht happenWehdileamnostdhoilsidawysocerletbhrate something that remembreemrehimnasbgael,rrienAagd,ryAbrhbaooprprDenaDyedareaypnrdesisenwtos rathhope represenfotrsthae fuhtuorep. eThefosimrptlehaect offupltauntirneg a. simple act of planting a treetree represents a belief that the tree will grow The to provide us with clean air and water, cooling Arbor Day is April 29 !trhepresecnomtsmshuaanditebie, seh,aalbinietdafetnftodrhlewsasildtnlaitfteuh,rhaelebateltarhuieetyre– All will grow to prfoor va BideteteruTosmworriotwh! clean air and water, cooling

An investigation has begun to determine what caused a fire that badly damaged several buildings in downtown Hastings. Firefighters were called just before 11:30 p.m. March 13 to a report of a fire on the awning of Bert’s Pharmacy. A news release from the city said a tenant in an upstairs apartment made it out safely. By the time fire crews arrived, the wall of the pharmacy was in flames. The structure’s roof partially collapsed and the fire spread to the Hastings Visitor Center, causing severe damages. Businesses as far as three buildings to the west sustained smoke damage. “Last week was a roller coaster whirlwind. I was able to go into my office and survey the damage on Tuesday. I grabbed binders and file folders that were salvageable - and took them home with me and put them in my garage. Everything else in the office is a total loss. I met with Bill from NIRMA on Wednesday.” -Anjanette Bonahm CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS PLANNING The plan could be activated in response to a wide range of events or situations – from a fire in the Continuity of Operations planning is a federal initiative to encourage people and building; to a natural disaster; to the threat or departments to plan to address how critical operations will continue under a occurrence of a terrorist attack. Any event that broad range of circumstances. COOP is important as a good business practice and makes it impossible for employees to work in because the planning fosters recovery and survival in and after emergency their regular facility could result in the activation situations. of the Continuity plan. It functions, under all A COOP plan addresses emergencies from an all-hazards approach. A continuity conditions.\" Continuity planning is simply the of operations plan establishes policy and guidance ensuring that critical functions good business practice of ensuring the execution continue and that personnel and resources are relocated to an alternate facility of essential functions and a fundamental duty of in case of emergencies. The plan should develop procedures for: public and private entities responsible to their stakeholders • alerting, notifying, activating and deploying employees IS YOUR DEPARTMENT READY? • identify critical business functions • establish an alternate facility Do you have a PLAN? • roster personnel with authority and knowledge of functions Four Phases of Continuity of Operations Activation Phase I - Readiness and Preparedness Phase II - Activation and Relocation: plans, procedures, and schedules to transfer activities, personnel, records, and equipment to alternate facilities are activated Phase III - Continuity Operations: full execution of essential operations at alternate operating facilities is commenced Phase IV – Reconstitution: operations at alternate facility are terminated and normal operations resume

SIREN TESTS: Be Weather-Ready: Check the forecast regularly to see if you're at risk for Severe 12 Noon Weather. Listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay informed about tornado watches and warnings. Tune into local media for updates and forecasts. First Saturday of the month Create a Communications Plan: Have a family plan that includes an emergency meeting place and related information. If you live in a mobile home or home April - October without a basement, identify a nearby safe building you can get too quickly, such as a church or family member. PAicktoarnsaafdeoriosoamviionleynotulyr hrootmatein, sguccohluams an boafsaeirmeexntet,nsdtoinrgmfrcoemllatrh, eorbaanseinotfearior rothoumndoenrtshtoerlmowdeoswt nflotoorthweitghrnoounwdi.nTdoorwnas.dCoheescakremcoarpeaibdleeaosffocormyopulertfealmy ily plan adt:ehstttrposy:i/n/gwwwewll.-rmeaaddye.gsotrvu/cmtuarkees-,au-pplraonoting trees, and hurling objects through the air like deadly missiles. Tornadoes can occur at any time of day or night and ParatcatnicyetYimoueroPflathne: Cyoeanrd.uAcltthaofuagmhiltyosrenvaedroeetshaurnedmerosstot rcmomdmrilol nreignutlhaerlyCesontral ePvelariynosnaenkdntohwessowuhtahtetaostdeornifUantioterndaSdtoatiessa,pthperoyahcahvinegb.eMenakreepsuorreteadllimn aelml 5b0ers of yostuartefasm. ily know to go there when tornado warnings are issued. Don't forget pets if time allows. PtTrThehorpiresanawratedeeYonbossS.uiitrIrefeHynisosduminekesAn:igodCnwaoemndwssithdoCaeottreuthanoactdyvhoiwnybgoileulyfsohoouoruerwn,sdadtofuderusirtnroaignoygamsnathdrfeeeaiwnfftofheollerrocnaweatidon.trgoYnrcoanoudanocdd,aoiyntioofuinnswd: ill HEplsmmleiaanlniepfknesrsiYgt--mfytoeooinuhrzrcrearSHeyenNuysidMAsoeentoaifuaagIourrLihncrntrcbahseliiagso,andkerprbgg:WmoaoeaEsfuernntitnIntceiNhttonjvhuaAtueDurenrgnynrae2tiadggosnne½errcoedryrytsaiohnoitwtnooeceucemhrrrrrmbettelooshtsasoipva,tseeitlepci.dg7rsyoh5ooovtnufmnideriinnpesctghhteb,oareaenptnstcrdeteerasptospoarrwrfnoeseatufeldolrcovarteisitvoshadn.elo.owpYnoonstulsoh'ileabl daiFlaliestbyodleeofrifnadl torna-doesT. OTaRkeNCAPRDtrOainwinagrnsoingyoour cimanmhineelpnitftshormeaetoonfeaistohrunratd. o Remember, OUTDOOR WARNING SIRENS are meant to be heard by those OUTDOORS ONLY and is a signal to go inside and seek shelter! Ingredients All you do: “We made it last week! It really 1 large head of cauliflower was delicious!” 1 Tbsp of butter 2 oz cream cheese ➢ Cut cauliflower into bite size florets, spread on a 1 cup heavy whipping cream parchment lined baking sheet and put in a 450 degree 2 cups shredded cheddar oven for about 20 minutes. cheese 1 tsp stone ground mustard ➢ In a saucepan on medium heat, melt the butter, add the 2 cans or pouches of chicken cream cheese, heavy cream and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese, stir, adding in mustard. Mix well until all is melted into a sauce, but be careful not to overcook it. ➢ Add the baked cauliflower into a 9\" x 13\" casserole dish, add chicken. Pour the cheese sauce on top. Sprinkle the remainder of the shredded cheese, and more if needed, on top and place back in the oven on broil until the top is golden brown. Watch it closely, as it doesn't take long. ➢ Makes about 4 servings

Helpful Hints & Tips “To neutralize bad odors in your car, sprinkle freshly ground coffee on the carpets and seats. Leave it for a few days, then vacuum” Bridges, Casinos and Jails – Adams County Blood Draw Day! Oh My! Bridges, Casinos and Jails – Last Oh My! Week in In Adams County we have had our share of contentious meetings, June! thought provoking persuasion and societal demands lurking around every corner. Even with the difficult decisions faced in our County, the March 26 adage of not being able to satisfy everyone seems truer than ever. April 30 May 28 I was raised in a family of 5 with 3 siblings. My parents were great at June 25 involving the entire family in major decisions. One that particularly July 30 sticks out in my mind was “what type of car should we get?” I remember August 27 we all had different ideas, some practical like a station wagon, some outlandish like a sports car, but we all had different opinions and we 11:30 – 1:30 each became deeply resolved to the fact that OUR idea was best, even though as kids we weren’t footing the bill, nor did we have a concept of The Nebraska Chapter of the Antique practicality. The conversations became heated up to the point when my Airplane Assoc. Is going to host a monthly dad yelled, “That’s it!! We aren’t buying a (expletives) car!” hamburger fly-in. This is for the public. It will be at the Hastings Airport and will be So, when major decisions are put on the shoulders of our elected on the LAST Saturday of the month from officials, commissioners, and councils, remember it is easy to be in the background, the Monday Quarterback, the Sideline Referee, the decision 11:30 to 1:30. they make is based on constituent input, cost effectiveness and best “We will be serving our great burgers!” interests. They are people too, they care, and they are providing a service that we chose not to. It’s not as easy as my father’s final decision of ‘just not buying a car!’ COMCMoImSSmIOiNsEsRiSo/nELeErCsTEaDnOdFFICIALS FOR YOUR SERVICE! Elected Officials!

April 17th– Easter Sunday April 29th – ARBOR DAY – FRIDAY OFF May 30th – MEMORIAL DAY – MONDAY OFF Price of Fuel is the highest it’s ever been in history • Avoid idle time. If you're going to be waiting more than a minute or two, shut the engine off. ... • Don't “warm up” or “cool off” your vehicle. ... • Don't put the pedal to the metal. ...Vehicles use the most fuel while accelerating • Don't speed. ... Reducing speed 5-10mph improves fuel economy up to 14% • Use cruise control. ... • Check your oil. ... • Check your tire pressure. • Plan and consolidate your trips. • Carpool See who has the cheapest fuel in Hastings in Real Time by visiting: https://www.gasbuddy.com/gasprices/nebraska/hastings EASTER EGG HUNT! Scattered throughout this newsletter are decorated eggs! Count the total number of eggs and send the answer to: [email protected] Contest ends on April 6th at 5pm. From the correct guesses, ONE randomly drawn winner will receive a prize! Pass with caution: No driver wants to be stuck behind a slow farming vehicle going 25 miles an hour, so it is natural to want to pass them. This can be difficult if you are driving on a two-lane highway and have limited visibility. The best option is to wait until you have clear visibility past the farm vehicle into the opposing lane and enough time to safely overtake them. As always, make sure to signal before you begin speeding up and do not return to your lane until you see the farm vehicle in your rearview mirror. As a courtesy, you can also wait until the driver pulls to the side of the road or honk your horn lightly to let them know your intentions.

Complacency DRUG-FREE Tasks that we have been performing for a long time, or very frequently, can cause us to become complacent. Think of driving Workplace an automobile. Do you realize it is arguably the most dangerous thing you do on a regular basis? Complacency, per Merriam- The County intends to provide a Webster, “marked by self-satisfaction especially when drug-free environment for all its accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies.” employees. Alcohol and drug We know what it is, but how do we fight complacency in our addiction are illnesses which, under workplace? The first step is recognizing it when it appears. many circumstances, can be successfully treated. The County FIGHTING COMPLACENCY encourages any employee with an alcohol or drug dependence • Before starting a task or project, list the hazards that you and problem to voluntarily enter a your co-workers will encounter. Then list the ways in which you rehabilitation program. It is not the will protect yourself from these hazards. Congratulations, you County’s intent to intrude into the just performed a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)! private lives of employees. However, the effect of drug and • As a group, discuss what could possibly go wrong and what you alcohol abuse on safety, work can do to prevent it or protect yourselves from it. quality, increased medical expenses, and lost productivity • When performing a dangerous task, ask yourself, “Would I allow require a drug-free workplace my grandchild to do it this way?” If not, perform the task the policy. Employees who use, possess, same way you would teach them to perform it. attempt to possess or use, manufacture, or participate in the • If you hear the phrase, “We’ve always done it this way” or “It’ll be transfer, sale, offering or possession fine this one time” or “O.K., but hurry up and be careful,” of unauthorized alcohol, illegal complacency is present. Stop, evaluate the hazard and do the drugs or other controlled right thing. substances*, or the sale or unauthorized use of prescription • Keep your safety “front of mind.” Bring up concerns, discuss drugs, while on the job or on County them. premises (including County parking lots), will be subject to severe • If you see something, say something. We are our disciplinary action which may brother’s/sister’s keeper. How would you feel if you chose not to include discharge. Employees who say something and the worst happened? report for work or are at work under the influence of alcohol that • Always examine equipment, procedures and the hazards that may impairs performance or adversely exist, and focus physically and mentally on your work, no matter affects the employee’s or County’s how many times you may have done the same job in the past. reputation, or under the influence of illegal drugs or any controlled substance, will be subject to severe disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

The Hastings Salvation Army is looking for Volunteers to assist with our Disaster unit. Qualified applicants would be required to pass a background check, Drivers check and complete online as well as in person training. Responsibilities would be in the event of a disaster, fire, flood, tornado etc. Be on call 24 hours a day and ready to respond to a fire or event with very little notice. Primary duties at the sight would be to provide hydration, food, whatever is required at that particular event. We currently provide services for Adams, Clay, Nuckolls, Webster, and Franklin Counties. For more details, please contact Major Dale L. Brandenburg at 402-463-0529 ext 4. Please leave a message if I am not in the office and I will return your call. The time is finally Here! Adams County Is getting ready To break ground on APRIL 5th at 2 pm! for our new jail facility! The location is at 1335 West M Street behind the general area of Orscheln’s Farm Store. Visit: www.beckenhauerconstruction.com/about/news 2022 FITNESS RESOLUTION “We had 10 people participate in the 10K challenge and 10K Every 7 days! recorded a total of 1148.9 miles. We are planning the last week of June to have our annual wellness fair/blood draw. Becky is checking with lab to make sure it is available. Also, we are planning a “corn hole” tournament in June. Our next activity beginning in April will be Community Connection, so volunteering, attending community events and activities that make the day more enjoyable for someone else. One will be able to earn points for participation with a goal of 22 points over a six week time period.” -Judy Mignery

` YEARS Anjanette Bonham – 5 Shari Brei - 7 YEARS Eric Walston – 11 Sarah Davis – 5 Michael Utecht - 7 Judy Mignery – 12 Glen Larsen – 5 Luis Johnson - 8 Rachel Ormsby – 14 Hollie Stark – 6 Mike Shafer - 8 Latisha Morrow – 15 Larry Arnold – 6 Dawn Theer – 8 Byron Morrow – 16 Kayla Quinn – 7 Melissa Henrie - 8 Matthew Poppe – 18 Sam Zeleski - 19 Marc Walther Gwen Rodocker Deanna Mead Brian Everhart Doug Sittner Melanie Curry Kimma Thayer 20 Years 21 Years 21 Years 22 Years 25 Years 26 Years 29 Years 42+ YEARS of SERVICE! Ron Kucera Donna Fegler-Daiss John Rust Glenn Kemp 33 Years 34 Years 42 Years 43 Years Ron K from Adams County our IT dept. Always willing Excellence! to help with a To anonymously smile. nominate an ACE, send their name and what they do that makes them GREAT!

Since your last birthday 31,536,000 seconds have passed. Your heart beats at a rate of around of 72 to 80 beats per minute - since your last birthday it will have beat about 42,075,900 times. You breathe at a rate of about 20 breaths per minute so, since your last birthday you have taken approximately 10,512,000 breaths. World population has grown by around 76,570,430 since your last birthday. In the time it takes you to read this, another five babies will have been born. April May June Donna Fegler-Diass – 4/1 Forrest Weichman – 5/1 Brock Iliff – 6/7 James Konen – 4/1 Janet Kopisch – 5/3 Jeremiah Harmon – 6/11 Scott Bedlan – 4/3 Tyler Crookshank – 6/13 Marc Walther – 4/3 Chuck Neumann – 5/5 Dawn Theer – 4/13 Brenda Chrise – 5/6 Danielle Wahl – 6/13 Rachel Ormsby – 5/14 Dylan Wright – 6/14 Sarah Vendeventer – 4/19 Michelle Goodon – 6/18 Julie Ochsner – 4/23 Dawna Whitcomb – 5/19 Dan Childers – 4/24 Jessica Brock – 5/21 Mark Lane – 6/18 Tim Craig – 4/24 David Rutt – 6/18 John Caltagirone – 5/21 Kimma Thayer – 6/18 Matthew Poppe – 4/24 Sandra Walsh – 5/25 Dawn Miller – 6/19 Jon Marsh – 4/25 Judy Mignery – 6/21 Shannon Bird – 6/25 Michelle Braun – 4/27 This newsletter is provided for you, by you! Please share questions, ideas, birthdays, anniversaries, special events, or upcoming events! To nominate a department to spotlight, or recognize one of our great employees, or to submit an article. please email: [email protected] Look for the next upcoming Issue in: JULY 2022!