Crete Recreation program registration for youth Flag Football is open through Aug. 30.

Registration forms and coaching and referee applications are available online or in the Recreation Office at City Hall.

Flag Football offers the youth of the community an opportunity to learn and compete in a positive environment. Having fun and learning the basic concepts of football will be the main focus of this program.

• divisions for boys and girls in grades 1-4
• dates: Sunday afternoons, Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4
• times: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• location:  Armory Park, 515 East 1^st St
• Signup on RecDesk
• Parks & Recreation Department 402.826.4315

Coaches and Referees:

Coaches attend games and organize a weekly practice. Coaches meeting is Thursday, Sept. 3 at the City Park Bandstand from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. Referees attend games only.

Volunteer and paid opportunities available – parents who volunteer as a coach receive the waiver of cost of participation for their child. A background check may be required.

• Employment Application (pdf)
• Background Check Form (pdf)
• Volunteer Application (pdf)
• Volunteer Liability Waiver (pdf)

If interested, please contact Dan Dunaway, 402-826-9754 or email.

The City of Crete is taking applications for the following seasonal position: Parks Laborer in the Parks and Recreation Department: General Functions: Assists groundskeeper and parks and recreation staff in a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of Park and Recreation programs, buildings, grounds, open spaces and parks for the City of Crete. Seasonal, hourly position. Hourly Wage: $15.00-$18.00. See full job description for more information.

Minimum qualifications include: 

• possess and maintain a valid Nebraska Driver’s License
• be proficient in English
• be at least 17 years of age
• be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• pass a criminal background check

Applications will be accepted until Thursday, Aug. 27 and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting Human Resources 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 402-826-46412
• 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 descriptions and employment application:

• Parks Laborer Job description 
• Application for employment 

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Wendy Thomas, Finance Director 
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.4334
jobs@crete.ne.gov

Individuals and media outlets are encouraged to contact the City Administrator for additional details or clarification on the following material. Regular meetings of the Crete City Council are held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers on the second floor of City Hall; Council Standing Committees may meet prior. View a list of City Officials and current council and committee meeting agendas.

• Questions about agendas or meeting minutes should be directed to the City Clerk.
• Meeting minutes are published in The Crete News (local newspaper)
• Each regular city council meeting agenda also contains the minutes of recent council, committee, and board meetings

The next Crete City Council regular meeting will be on Tuesday, Aug. 18.

Condensed Minutes for Crete City Council regular meeting - Tuesday, Aug. 4:

View this Meeting Agenda and attachments, entire copy of minutes available at the office of the City Clerk.

Mayor Bauer called the meeting of the City Council to order at 6:00 p.m.  Answering roll call were the following Council Members: Crisman, Frans, Newmyer, Strehle, Papik and Fitzgerald 

The following actions were taken at the meeting:

Mayor Dave Bauer asked for a moment of silence and then shared some words in memory of Chief of Police Gary Young

Approved the Consent Agenda items: Unanimous

• Meeting Minutes: July 21 City Council, July 21 Public Works Committee, July 21 Finance Committee, July 21 Legislative Development Committee, July 21 Public Safety Committee 
• Treasurer’s Report 
• Claims against the City $1,643,279.15

Held Public Hearing to hear testimony in favor of and in opposition to and to answer questions in relation to Ordinance 2280 Sign Regulations to amend section 11-802 and create 11-824 of the Crete Municipal Code to amend mural definition and create special exception permits for murals. Unanimous 

Enacted Ordinance 2280 Sign Regulations to amend section 11-802 and create 11-824 of the Crete Municipal Code to amend mural definition and create special exception permits for murals. Unanimous 

Adopted Resolution 2026-18 Signing of the Municipal Annual Certification of Program Compliance 2026. Unanimous 

Enacted on third reading Ordinance 2279 regulate bicycle, E-bikes, minibikes and other motorized recreational transportation and create penalties for violation of these sections. Unanimous 

Approved the Davis Estates Administrative Subdivision. Unanimous 

Approved the Dittmer West Estates Preliminary Plat. Unanimous

Approved the Dittmer West Estates Final Plat. Unanimous 

Approved the Street Right of Way Dedication Plat. Unanimous

Tabled to Amend Caselle Master Agreement. Unanimous 

Approved the claims from Crete Ace Hardware in the amount of $100.72. Crisman: Aye, Frans: Aye, Newmyer: Aye, Strehle: Aye, Fitzgerald: Aye, Abstained: Papik 

Officer’s reports

• Fire Chief Tod Allen stated the following:
  • The Fire Department BBQ didn’t go as planned since they didn’t cool the meat. 
  • Working on the Rig specs 
  • Council member Anthony Fitzgerald asked about the count for the Volunteer Fire Department and Allen stated that there are 38 volunteers with a possible 50 maximum. 
  • Allen stated they are having conversations with Lancaster county to have a strike team ready so if there is help needed in other communities they will have people ready. 
  • There is a rope rescue team that Farmers Cooperative is helping to equip and a couple members of the Crete Volunteer Fire Department are going to be training to be part of the team. 
• Acting Chief of Police Jon Pucket stated the following: During these times of transition thanked the City for allowing people to take time off and thanked the Fire Department for their help during Chief Young’s funeral. Pucket also thanked the community for their support.
• Park and Recreation Director Liz Cody stated the following:
  • Pool is closed for season; 
  • Coed softball season is here
  • Flag football registration for players, coaches and referees until August 30^th
  • To replace trees removed along Oak Ave for paving improvements a Trees for Nebraska Towns Grant was submitted for 10 trees
  • Thanked parks staff who have been with the City this season
  • Groundskeeper position is currently open
• Building Inspector Trent Griffin shared the Administrative Action sign with the mayor and council. 
• Finance Director Wendy Thomas introduced new Human Resource Director Rebekah Willoughby. City Administrator Tom Ourada stated that Willoughby used to work for the State of Nebraska HHS Dept. 
• Council member Tom Crisman thanked Acting Police Chief Jon Pucket for his work and for handling the transition the Police Department is going through. Council members Ashley Newmyer, Dale Strehle, Dan Papik, and Anthony Fitzgerlad also thanked Acting Police Chief Jon Pucket and the Fire Department for their help. 
• City Administrator Tom Ourada stated the following:
  • Started discussions on data centers with the Crete Planning Commission on the different types and will be delving into this at future meetings. He also had a conversation with the Saline County Attorney on this subject.  Planning Commission Chair Dave Jurena added that he has attended a couple of different public meetings on data centers. 
  • Ourada spoke about the Civil Service process and that the Chief and Sergeant positions will be opening internally and externally. The Civil Service Commission does the preliminary vetting. 
  • Explained the postcards the City Council and Planning Commission Chair received about the yearly District 1 Program Hearing/Highway Commission meeting on August 14^th, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. Council member Anthony Fitzgerald asked if it would help to have council members present at the meeting to discuss the rehab and adding a sidewalk on the Blue River Bridge on highway 33. Ourada explained that would be a different and separate process, but it wouldn’t hurt to have elected officials present at the meeting. 

The meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

Check out these upcoming events at Crete Public Library. Specific age groups or pre-registration details may be noted. Recurring event schedules may be altered due to holidays. Contact library staff for more information. (Click the gallery for more images)

• Current Library Calendar pdf - English/Español 

Upcoming Programs:

• Tai Chi Classes: For adults 55+, Wednesdays at 9 a.m. from Sept. 2 to Oct. 21: $16 for 8 weeks. Call the library to sign up. Tai Chi is a gentle, low-impact exercise perfect for enhancing mobility, reducing stress, and connecting with others in a welcoming environment.
• Chair Yoga Classes: For adults 55+, Wednesdays at 1 p.m. from Sept. 2 to Oct. 21: $16 for 8 weeks. Call the library to sign up. 

Recurring events:

• Maker Monday, first and third Mondays of the month: Kits in May, June, and July will be dinosaur themed. Stop in and grab a to-go activity kit with everything you need (plus easy instructions) to make something fun at home. New kits drop the first and third Mondays of each month. Quantities are limited.
• Story Times start in September for the school year (schedule may be adjusted for holidays): Toddlers (ages 0-2) on Wednesdays and Preschool (ages 3-5) on Fridays; both at 10 a.m. Summer Reading Program story times are listed on the event calendar.

Check out the library's book clubs:

• Thursday night Murder Club, Flights of Fantasy, Timeless Tales, Sugar and Spice, Whispered Pages (silent book club)

Volunteers wanted:

• The library is looking for dedicated volunteers who want to make a difference in the community. Learn more...

Current library hours:

• Monday - Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Monday - Friday - Drive-thru window opens 8:30 a.m.
• Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Crete Public Library
1515 Forest Ave.
Crete, NE 68333
Phone: 402.826.3809
crete.library@crete.ne.gov

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 Bookkeeper/Billing in the Public Works Department. Full-time, hourly position. General functions: Manage front line responsibilities of the Public Works Departments accounts receivable and accounts payable processes. Assist in all clerical and organizational needs of the Office Manager. Reports to the Public Works Director and Office Manager. See full job description for more information.

Minimum qualifications include: 

• possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license;
• be at least 21 years of age;
• have high school diploma or GED;
• be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Necessary Special Requirements: 

• knowledge of accounting and banking methods is preferred;
• speak, read, and write fluently in English;
• ability to speak, read, and write fluently in Spanish, preferred but not required;
• reside within 20 minutes of the City of Crete;
• maintain a phone.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting 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:

Wendy Thomas, Finance Director 
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov

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 Park Facilities and Groundskeeper in the Parks and Recreation Department. General functions: Organize and implement all direct work duties and responsibilities relating to park grounds and facilities and ball fields maintenance. Full-time, hourly position subject to working some evenings, weekends, and early mornings for snow removal, ball field set up and pool facility maintenance. Reports to the Parks and Recreation Director. See full job description for more information.

Minimum qualifications include: 

• possess and maintain a valid Nebraska driver’s license;
• be at least 21 years of age;
• have high school diploma or GED;
• be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting 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:

Wendy Thomas, Finance Director 
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov