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Free Car Seat Check Event Sept. 25, 5 p.m.

Crete High School parking lot, 1750 Iris Ave.

Come learn proper car seat installation by trained passenger safety technicians and feel confident with your child in their car seat.

The event will be held from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25 in the Crete High School parking lot. Appointments are preferred; walk-ins are accepted. Call 402-826-3880 to set up your appointment.

Car Seat Safety and Installation education is required in order to offer this event free of charge. Please plan for 30-45 minutes per child seat inspection. Your child needs to be present for a proper inspection.

This event is in partnership with Crete Police Department, Public Health Solutions - District Health Department, and Sixpence Early Learning Fund.

City staff recognized for years of service

Each year, City of Crete employees are presented awards for their years of loyal service to the City of Crete.

This year 8 employees received service awards from Mayor Dave Bauer at an Employee Recognition event on Thursday, Sept. 11. This year's recognition included employees with anniversaries from 2025 with a combined 160 years of service to the City of Crete.

Thank you to these employees for their dedication and commitment to the City of Crete and its residents:

5 Years
- Rick Pieper, Customer Service
- Emerson Aschoff, GIS Technician/IT
- Jeff Kramer, Police Officer
10 years
- Alfredo Navas, Street Department
20 years
- Mary Klahn, Police Administrative Assistant
35 years
- Scott Henning, Electric Department
40 years
- Mike Kalkwarf, IT Director/Power Plant
- Gary Young, Chief of Police

"Kickin' It" martial arts program registrations due Oct. 24

Crete Recreation program signup for "Kickin' It" with Gold Star Martial Arts is open through Friday, Oct. 24. No late registrations are accepted.

Registration forms are available online (RecDesk) or in the Recreation Office at City Hall.

"Kickin' It" with Gold Star Martial Arts, in cooperation with Crete Parks and Recreation, is an introductory martial arts program. During the five week program, participants will be exposed to the fundamental elements of martial arts. An emphasis will be placed on having fun while learning self defense and bullying prevention skills. Current liability waivers are required.

dates: Sunday afternoons - Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
class time 3:30 p.m.; 45 minutes classes
ages 5 & up
location: Gold Star Martial Arts, 142 West 13th St
Cost - $45

Parks & Recreation Department
402.826.4315

Code Enforcement Officer - City of Crete

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods.

The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees as well as seasonal (summer) opportunities. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, brand new Library, Business & Industry, and other community links.)

The City of Crete is taking applications for the position of Code Enforcement Officer. Full-time, hourly position, with benefits. General functions: Under the direction of the Police Lieutenant or other assigned department director or manager, this position performs a wide variety of duties involved in the investigation of potential violation and the enforcement of municipal codes, ensure animal control, ordinances and regulations including building and zoning codes. This position performs office and field work involving the inspection, investigation, and enforcement of applicable codes and ordinances pertaining to nuisances, zoning, parking, and related quality of life and public safety issues. This position also provides customer service to residents, businesses, and other complainants in resolving concerns and complaints. Report to Police Lieutenant, Crete Police Department. Hourly range: $20.04-$27.47. See full job description for more information.

Minimum qualifications include:

be at least 19 years of age;
possess a valid driver’s license;
have high school diploma or GED;
be legally able to work in the U.S.

Necessary Special Requirements:

must speak, read, and write fluently in English;
reside within 30 minutes of the City of Crete.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting the Human Resources Coordinator at City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways:

Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
Fax to 402-826-6412
Mail to the attention of Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download the job description and employment application:

Job description
Application for employment

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Jody Fiehtner, Human Resources Coordinator
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov

Upcoming events at the library

Individual and recurring events, book clubs, and more

Check out these upcoming events at Crete Public Library. (specific age groups or pre-registration where noted.) Contact library staff for more information. (Click the gallery for more images)

Upcoming Programs:

(this event was canceled due to storm cleanup) Touch-A-Truck, Aug. 9 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Bring the whole family to the library's parking lot to get an up-close look at a wide variety of city vehicles, including fire trucks, police cars, street sweepers, snow plows, and more. Kids and adults alike will have the chance to explore the equipment and meet the people who operate them. The first 100 kids will receive a free construction hat, generously provided by our Friends of the Library.
Adult Craft Night - Diamond Painting, Wednesday, Aug. 13 at 5:30 p.m. Register for the next Adult Craft Night by calling the library at 402-826-3809. Limited spots available, $5 fee.
Teen Event - Dungeons & Dragons, Saturday, Aug. 23, 12-3 p.m. For ages 12-17, registration required. This campaign is set for 8th-level characters — we’ll have pre-made heroes ready to play, or you can bring your own creation.
Soda Pop Curtis' 1st Birthday Pawty, Saturday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m. Join us as we celebrate the 1st birthday of our favorite furry friend, Soda Pop Curtis. To mark this special occasion, we’re hosting a puppy-themed birthday party, complete with cake, crafts, and cuddly surprises.
Adult Craft Night: Punch Needle Crafting, Wednesday, Sept. 10, 5:30 p.m. $5 fee and registration are required. Call the library at 402-826-3809 to reserve a spot.
Scams & Fraud Education, Monday, Sept. 15, 2 p.m. Learn about: top ten scams in Nebraska; avoiding impostor scams and identity theft; and stopping unwanted calls. Presented by the Nebraska Attorney General's Office.
Adult Puzzle Race, Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 5:30 p.m. at The 1206 (1206 Main Ave) $30 fee per team of 4; 21 and over event.
Authors Book Signing / Meet & Greet, Saturday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. We're thrilled to host an exciting event featuring a fantastic lineup of writers, including: Hattie Wade, AJ Larington, Jeff Hill, Anthony Engebretson, Michael Bettendorf, Dennis Crawford, Tom Phillips, and Gene Steinmeyer. Special Guest: Local author AJ Larington will be our keynote speaker in the afternoon.

Recurring events:

Story Times start in September for the schools year (schedule may adjusted for holidays): Toddlers (ages 0-2) on Wednesdays and Preschool (ages 3-5) on Thursdays; both at 10 a.m.
Stay and Play - weekdays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., the library will have toys out for families with 0-5-year-old kids.
Mommy & Me Baby Art Cafe, Mondays through April, 10-11a.m. Join other new moms for a relaxing hour of art, conversation, and connection—no art skills (or clean shirts) required. Each session lasts one hour. Come meet fellow moms, get inspired, and enjoy a little “you” time—with baby in tow. *For moms with babies 12 months & under.
Maker Mondays, 1st Monday of the month through April, 4-5 p.m. No registration required. Ages: 5–11 years old. Drop in and explore hands-on science, technology, engineering, and art activities at your own pace! We’ll have plenty of supplies and a variety of exciting activities for kids to choose from—experiment, build, create, and discover.
Teen Nights, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 5 p.m. For teens ages 12-17. Each week, teens can drop in for a variety of fun activities—movies, crafts, science nights, game nights, and more! Come hang out, try something new, and connect with friends. No registration or sign-up required.
Tea and Threads: Tuesdays at 5 p.m.; Laid-back atmosphere, friendly conversation, and creative inspiration for those who crochet, from seasoned pros to beginners.
Clase de Crochet: Segundo Sábado de cada mes a la 2:00 PM. ¡Ven y aprende los conceptos básicos del crochet en la biblioteca!