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City Clerk - FAQ

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1. When is the next council meeting?

Council meetings are held the second and last Tuesday of the month.

2. How do I renew my handicap parking permit?

Print and complete the handicap permit application form, obtain a doctors signature, and return to the City Clerk’s office.

3. Where can I change my voter registration?

You can change your voter registration at the City Clerk's Office or the County Clerk's Office.

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Fire - FAQ

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1. Is open burning permitted within the city limits?

No. The only exceptions are for religious, educational or fire department training purposes.

2. My family and I just experienced a fire. What can we do?

Please read the FEMA link below. Many questions can be answered directly from their site. If you still have questions or concerns please don't hesitate to call us. More...

3. Do you check and/or change smoke detector batteries and is there a charge?

Yes. We will check and replace smoke detector batteries upon request for elderly and disabled citizens. Call us on the non-emergency number (727-2688) to set up an appointment. There is no charge.

4. What is the minimum age to become a firefighter?

21

5. What is your response area?

Our fire response area is within the Fremont City limits. EMS (Emergency Medical Service) is provided east to the Washington County line, west approximately seven miles, north two miles, and south to the Platte River. Upon request from neighboring agencies, in accordance with mutual aid agreements, those lines can be crossed.

6. Is there a charge for using the rescue squad?

Yes. If you are transported or assisted by the rescue squad there will be a charge. Insurance often will pay for this service. The city will not bill private insurance, statements are mailed directly to the patient to which services were provided. The city will directly bill Medicare/Medicaid/VA/Railroad/Champus. See the link to squad fees for a current rate schedule.

7. CHECK OUT OUR SAFETY TIPS FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Our Safety Tips information will be updated and changed from time to time. Please check it out!

8. Do you install or inspect child car seats?

No, we don't. However, members of the Dodge County Sheriff's Office are certified to install and inspect car seats. You may reach them at 402-727-2700 to make an appointment. They are located in the Dodge County Courthouse (435 N Park in Fremont).

Three Rivers District Health Department also provides this service. They can be reached at 402-727-5396 and are located at 33 West 4th Street in Fremont.

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HR - FAQ

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1. Do you have any job openings?

All full-time job openings will be listed on this website. More...

2. If I want to work in a specific department, where do I apply?

You should apply for full-time and part-time benefited positions at the City Administration Office located at 400 E. Military Avenue.

3. How do I apply for a job?

Print the application form from our website, complete it and return to the HR Dept, PO Box 1266, Fremont, NE 68025 More...

4. How long is my application on file?

Applications will remain in an active file for a period of up to 30 days. Applicants must reapply for new position openings.

5. When will I find out if I will get an interview for the position that I applied for?

All applicants will be notified by letter approximately 2 weeks from the closing date.

6. What are your employee benefits?

See employment benefits link. More...

7. What qualifications do I need for the job?

Please read the job description attached to the job position you are applying for. Qualifications and special requirements are listed.

8. Will the City provide training?

If additional training is required for the position you are applying for, it will be provided by the City.

9. How will I know if the job I applied for has been filled?

Once a position has been filled, all applicants will be notified by mail.

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Inspections - FAQ

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1. Why are permits required?

Safety is the primary reason for requiring permits. City inspectors check to make sure construction and installations are done properly for the protection of your family and property, your neighbors or future buyers of your property.

2. When is a Building Permit required?

• All construction, alteration or repair of buildings in the City of Fremont, or within the City’s 2-mile jurisdiction, with a value of $500 or more (inclusive of labor and materials) requires a permit.

• A contractor can obtain the permit for the work; but it is the property owner’s responsibility to be certain that all construction has a permit.

• Even if you are performing the work yourself, the permit fee is based upon the cost of materials and labor. The amount for labor is determined by taking half the cost of the materials. This will give you the total cost of the job relating to your permit fee.

• All fences, sheds and signs require a permit regardless of the cost.

3. What type of projects do NOT require permits?

Painting, wallpapering and carpeting do not require permits. Additionally, sidewalks NOT in the City right-of-way do not require permits.

4. How much do permits cost?

The cost varies depending on the type of project, but it is not prohibitive. More...

5. When Can I obtain a permit?

Building inspectors are most generally out of the office from the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 performing inspections, therefore, most permits cannot be written during this time.

6. How do I obtain an elevation certificate?

If your home was built prior to February 1, 1979, there were no flood proof basements. Therefore NO elevation certificate will be on file at the Building Department.

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KFB - FAQ

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1. How do I dispose of leftover paint?

Currently, Fremont does not have a collection site for waste paint. Leftover paint should be dried and disposed of in the regular trash.
• For small amounts of paint – use up by painting on newspaper, cardboard, wood or carpet. Dispose the dried painted material in trash. Leave the lids off the paint cans so the trash hauler will know that they are dry.
• For large amounts of paint – Pour 1 “ layers of paint into a plastic-lined box. Let each layer dry, then repeat. The paint will dry faster if an absorbent such as clay-based kitty litter or vermiculite is added to the paint. Place dry material in a trash bag, seal, and discard in the trash.
• Do not pour liquid paint down the drain, on the ground, or put in the trash. Improper disposal may contaminate ground and surface water supplies.

2. My neighbor has not mowed his lawn in weeks and the grass is very tall. What should I do?

City Ordinance regarding un-mowed lawns (FREMONT ORDINANCE 4-602) states that it is the duty of every owner of real estate in the City to cut and clear such real estate of all weeds and worthless vegetation. If your neighbor is in violation of this ordinance, you may call Keep Fremont Beautiful at 727-2808 to report the un-mowed lawn. It is important that you note the exact address of the offending lawn. KFB will send the complaint to the Fremont Police Department for enforcement procedures.

3. When is Dial-A-Truck?

The Dial-A-Truck Project is conducted twice a year in May and October for those Fremont citizens who truly need our help. You may call the KFB Office at 727-2808 by April 10th and October 1st to learn the exact dates of community clean-up.

4. When is the next All Metals Drop Site?

Keep Fremont Beautiful and the All Metals Market conduct the metals recycling drop site the last Saturday morning in April and the last Wednesday evening in August.

5. What can I recycle and where can I take my items?

We have drop-off sites for aluminum, appliances, batteries, books, cardboard, ink jet cartridges, magazines, newspaper, office paper, metals, oil, plastic film containers, plastic, tin cans, salvage, appliances, telephone books and good used clothing and household goods. Waste Connections of Nebraska operates a recycling facility at 1200 Hamilton in the Hormel Industrial Area. Waste Connections also provides containers for recyclables at Hy-Vee Parking Lot at 840 East 23rd. Fremont has a number of facilities and businesses that accept a variety of waste materials.

6. Does Keep Fremont Beautiful have someone who could make a presentation to my group?

The Executive Coordinator, Sue Reyzlik, would be glad to schedule a presentation. We have programs for adult and youth. Topics include Litter Reduction, Recycling, Buy Recycled and Community Beautification. Programs range from 15 minutes to 1 hour in length.

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Library - FAQ

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1. How do I return my Kindle book if I'm done before it's due?

Go to Amazon.com and sign in. Click on Manage Your Kindle, and look for the title you want to return. On the right-hand side of the page, there's a button that says Actions - one of the actions you can take is Return this book. Then delete the title from your Kindle and you're ready to move on to the next great read!

2. Can I renew materials online?

You can renew items from our online catalog, which is accessible from our web page (look for the Library catalog link under Quick Links on the left side of the page).

- From the catalog, click on the My Account tab.
- Login* with your library barcode (library card number) and PIN (usually the last 4 digits of your home phone number).
- Click on Items Out to see what you currently have checked out on your card.
- Select the item(s) you want to renew by clicking in the check boxes.
- Click on Renew selected in the upper right half of the screen.

* We recently made a change to how our catalog works. If you set up a new user name and password prior to May 28, 2008, those user names and passwords will no longer work. You only need your library card number and PIN to access your account information.

3. How do I find OverDrive books that aren't checked out?

Go to the Advanced Search Screen and click the box marked "Only show titles with copies available"

4. Is there any way to get email reminders about due dates?

Yes! As part of our upgrade at the end of May, Keene Memorial Library is now able to send you an email reminder three days before your items are due. Stop by the Circulation Desk next time you're in to sign up for the email reminders.

You can also join Library Elf, an Internet-based tool for keeping track of what's due, overdue and ready for pickup. Users can keep track of one or more library accounts in one place and receive reminders (sometimes called pre-overdue or early notification). Reminders are sent when the user wants it -- before items are due (up to seven days advance notice, weekly notice or everyday reminders). For families or anyone who'd like reminders before an item is due (user-selectable number of days notice).
Elf is independently run and not affiliated with Keene Memorial Library (or any other school/library).

For more information or to sign up for Library Elf, click the link below.
If you have difficulty getting signed up for Elf, please send us a quick email at TechSupport@keene.lib.ne.us and we'll give you a hand. [More info about Elf...]

5. I heard my child can get a card at no cost if s/he goes to school in Fremont?

YES! Thanks to the generosity of the Fremont Area Community Foundation, Friends of the Library - a Trust and the Friends of the Library, we are now able to offer 12-month non-resident cards at no cost to any K-12 student attending a Fremont school. Simply stop by the library with proof of your current address and let us know what school your child attends.

6. How much does a library card cost?

Fremont residents already support the library through their property taxes.
Non-residents can select from one of four types of cards:
3 months: $15
6 months: $20
12 months: $35
Internet User (6 months computer access only): $2

7. How long can I keep the (book/CD/DVD/video/OverDrive book) I checked out?

Most materials check out for 3 weeks and can be renewed once.
New books (with a colored dot on the spine) are checked out for two weeks and can not be renewed.

OverDrive Checkout - 7 days
OverDrive (downloadable audiobook) titles you checked out prior to Monday, June 16 will automatically return themselves at the end of two weeks (14 days); any titles checked out on or after Monday, June 16 will automatically return themselves after one week (7 days).

8. How many books can I have out at one time?

Resident and non-resident users can have up to 20 items checked out on their card at a time. See the chart on our brochure for more information on specific limitations. [More Info...]

9. How many times can I renew my (book/video/CD/DVD/OverDrive audio book)?

Most items can be renewed one time.

Exceptions:
New books can not be renewed and are due in two weeks.
Items that are on hold for another person can not be renewed.
OverDrive audio books can not be renewed.

10. How much does it cost to print from a library computer?

$.10 per page b/w, $.50 per page color

11. Does the library have a copier available for public use?

Yes - black and white copies are $.10 per page.

12. Does the library have a fax machine available to the public?

Yes, we do. Located in front of the Music CD's, the fax machine has easy step-by-step iinstructions to follow. It takes credit and debit cards, and is available during our regular hours.

13. Where are the tax forms??

The 2009 tax forms have been ordered. We anticipate delivery after January 1, 2010.

Tax forms for previous years are still available online or by asking at the Circulation Desk.

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Parks Dept - FAQ

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1. How many acres of parks does Fremont have?

Fremont has over 400 acres of park land.

2. Is there a park for dogs?

Yes. A dog run is located at the East end of Clemmons Park.

3. Which parks have shelters that can be rented?

Picnic shelters at Clemmons, Memorial and Davenport are available to be reserved daily. The cost is $13 a session or $24 for the day. Session 1 is 11:00am - 4:00pm and session 2 is from 4:30pm - 9:30pm. Call 727-2810.

4. Are there sand volleyball courts available?

Yes, sand volleyball courts are at Clemmons and Ronin Parks.

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Police - FAQ

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1. When will my motor vehicle accident report be completed?

Please allow 3 working days for completion of the FPD MV Accident Report. At that time it is available at Records on the 2nd floor of the police department. There is a $5.00 charge for reports that are picked up and a $6.00 charge for reports that are mailed or faxed.
NOTE:
At the time of the accident, a State of Nebraska Driver’s Motor Vehicle Accident Report
will be provided to the parties involved. You are required to complete and return this form within 10 days to:
Department of Motor Vehicles, PO Box 94669, Lincoln, NE 68509-4869

2. Can I get a copy of my arrest report?

Yes, by subpoena only please.

3. Can I get a copy of my theft report?

Yes, $5.00 to pick it up; $6.00 to have it mailed or faxed (expect 3 working days).
Theft reports are available in Records on the 2nd floor of the police department.

4. How much is a bike permit?

$2.00 for a lifetime permit. Be prepared to provide serial number, make, model, & description of bicycle.

5. How much does a gun permit cost?

There is a $5.00 charge for the application process. The application is available at Records 2nd Floor of the Police Department. You must be at least 21 years of age, a resident of the City of Fremont (within City limits), and provide photo ID. A State of Nebraska APPLICATION TO PURCHASE, LEASE, RENT, OR RECEIVE TRANSFER OF HANDGUN form must be completed. Allow approximately 3 working days for the permit to be issued.

6. Where do I get a criminal history check?

At Records 2nd floor of the police department. There is a $15.00 charge for a criminal history check. The charge is $16.00 if the report is mailed or faxed. A CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD DISSEMINATION FORM will need to be completed at time of payment. This type of criminal history records check is for our jurisdiction only.
NOTE: The criminal history record does not include juvenile records or traffic data. Only criminal history records with a court disposition can be released.

7. How do I go about getting fingerprinted?

Fremont Police Department performs fingerprinting on Thursdays only, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There is a $15.00 charge for the service. The fee is to be paid at Records 2nd Floor of the police department and an available officer will perform the fingerprinting at that time. No appointments are taken.

8. How do I make payment for services?

Currently we accept cash or personal check, made payable to: City of Fremont. Payment must be received prior to release of reports/services.

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Utilities - FAQ

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1. How do I get utility service?

If you are 19 or older, bring a current government issued photo ID and $30 to the business office at 400 E. Military between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and fill out an application. Applications received before 2:00 p.m. will be connected that day.

2. I’m moving. How do I transfer my utilities?

Come to 400 E. Military and sign a termination card for your old address. If your new address is within our service area, fill out an application for your new address. At that time, pay the $30 transfer fee and any delinquent balance on your current bill. Any amount currently due will be transferred to the bill for your new address.

3. How can I save money and conserve energy?

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4. Do I need a deposit?

If you had a previous account with us that was sent to the Credit Bureau for collection, you will need to pay a deposit of twice the amount of the highest bill at your new address and the amount owed to the Credit Bureau before service can be established. Payment must be in cash.

5. What is Budget Billing and how do you sign up?

Budget Billing is a payment plan that allows you to pay the same amount every month. You must have lived at the address long enough to have twelve monthly bills. We take the amount of your 12 bills and divide by 11. This is the amount you will pay each month. Sign up is during the month of April.

6. Can I pay with a credit card?

Yes, we accept VISA and MASTERCARD at the business office at 400 E Military.

7. What is a sewer average?

The amount of your sewer bill is based on an average of your water usage during December, January and February. Each year your average is refigured and the new amount is applied to your April bill.

8. Can I pay my bills automatically, through my bank?

Yes. Simply fill out an Automatic Bank Payment form (Downloadable from our site) and return it to us along with a voided check. Your bill will be paid by the bank on the due date.

9. Why is my water dirty?

Twice a year we flush our water main lines to keep them clear of manganese and sediment. Simply let your water run for several minutes and it will clear up.

10. My parents are elderly and sometimes forget to pay their bills. Can you let me know when they get behind?

If your parents sign a Third Party Notification form, you will receive a copy of their bills and their delinquent notices.

11. I have rental property and would like the utilities to be put in my name automatically when a tenant moves out. Can you do that for me?

We have a Landowner’s Agreement form which authorizes us to do this for you. In addition, if you would like to be notified when that happens, we can send you a certified letter for a nominal fee.

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Waste Transfer - FAQ

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1. Is there anything I can’t dump?

Railroad ties, vehicle gas tanks, fluorescent light ballasts, propane tanks, large amounts of oil, asbestos in any form.

2. Does anything require special handling?

Yes.
1 – Refrigerators and air conditioners must have coolant drained and tagged.
2 – Tires must be removed from the rims.
3 – Yard and tree waste must be separated from household waste.
4 – Paints must be completely dry and hardened.

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Water

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1. Digger's Hotline

The underground utilities will be located at no charge when you call the Digger's Hotline. When excavating near a buried fuel line, locate the line in advance and excavate by hand. The underground lines will be marked with paint or flags. Red = Electric Lines; Yellow = Gas Lines; Blue = Water Lines; Green = Sewer Lines

2. Planning to be away for an extended period?

To prevent freeze-ups: Keep furnance at its normal setting - Have someone briefly run all faucets daily to reduce the risk of frozen pipes - Turn off your water at the meter. If a pipe does freeze, only a minimal amount of damage will occur - Drain all pipe, toilets and water lines to be completely safe - Shut water off at the stop box.

3. Before you buy a house, check it out!

If you are buying a house, check with the seller or your Realtor about the existing water service or private line. When was it installed? Have there been repairs? When the service is very old and made of a material that can corrode, the water service line may be deteriorated. If the water service line leaks, you are responsible for the repairs. Also, check that the required backflow devices are in place for boiler type furnaces, lawn sprinkler systems and on outside faucets. Devices on boilers require annual testing, lawn sprinklers require testing every 5 yesrs. And the devices on faucets are non-testable. Please call the Water Department at 727-2613 to make sure that the test on these devices are up to date.