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By city ordinance, the retail sale and use of fireworks within the City of Crete is allowed only from June 28 to July 4.
Residents are encouraged to practice fireworks safety and fire prevention safety, including properly cleaning up and disposing of cooled fireworks materials and debris.
Many pets are stressed during this week of fireworks and police officers see pets roaming at-large; residents are urged to properly secure pets and make sure all pets have current ID tags.
Fireworks can only be discharged in Crete during the following days and times:
Fireworks safety tips:
For fireworks vendors (sales): An occupation tax and permit is required of any retail sale of fireworks within the city and more information can be found on the city website or by contacting the City Clerk’s office at City Hall, 402.826.4313. Additional information about the sale of fireworks can be found online from the Nebraska State Fire Marshal's office: Fireworks.
Local fireworks information can be found in Chapter 6, Article 3 (hours of sale and fireworks discharge).
City of Crete - Nebraska
Parks and Recreation
Swimming Lessons
Forms for Levels 1-6, Infant and Toddler, and Individual lessons are available on RecDesk or at the Parks and Recreation office at City Hall. Participants must also have a liability waiver signed.
Find more information for the 2025 season at Wildwood Pool.
Level 1-6 lessons for ages 4 and up
Three sessions of swimming lessons for Levels 1-6 (ages 4 and up) are offered on weekday mornings through June and July with rolling registration deadlines for each. Each session is two weeks long.
Program details:
Infant and Toddler lessons for ages 6 months - 4 years
One-week evening sessions of Infant and Toddler swimming lessons will be held in July.
Program details:
Classes provide water exposure, swimming and water safety skills, and activities to practice at home.
Individual Lessons
Individual swim lessons are available for swimmers of all ages and abilities who would like a 1-on-1 approach to review swimming skills. Find time slots in the RecDesk registration section.
Water Aerobics will start at Wildwood Pool on June 9. There is no pre-registration necessary; participants may attend as many sessions as they would like. Interested patrons can purchase a full season pass on RecDesk or at the pool after opening day.
City of Crete - Nebraska
Liz Cody, Parks and Recreation Director
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Phone: 402.826.4315
liz.cody@crete.ne.gov
Search for and find all 24 Nature Quest Bingo items listed on your Bingo sheet, which can be picked up from the library. The challenge runs through the entire month, so you have until June 30 to complete and submit.
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.
The next Crete City Council regular meeting will be on Tuesday, June 17
Summary for Crete City Council regular meeting - Tuesday, June 3
View this Meeting Agenda and attachments.
The council approved the Consent Agenda items:
The Council held a Public Hearing on the proposed Zoning Change Request for CRETE PRCT PART SW 1/4 NE 1/4 SEC. 33-8-4 36.34 ACRES R-3 to C-2. City Administrator Tom Ourada explained this property is on south Arizona Ave. where the owner asked why this wouldn’t also be rezoned with another area; this will make it contiguous with surrounding areas.
The Council held a Public Hearing on the proposed future land use Zoning Map Amendment for CRETE PRCT PART SW 1/4 NE 1/4 SEC. 33-8-4 36.34 ACRES R-3 to C-2. This would amend the future land use map in the city’s Comprehensive Plan.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve the Zoning Change Request for CRETE PRCT PART SW 1/4 NE 1/4 SEC. 33-8-4 36.34 ACRES R-3 to C-2
The Council voted 6-0 to approve the future land use Zoning Map Amendment for CRETE PRCT PART SW 1/4 NE 1/4 SEC. 33-8-4 36.34 ACRES R-3 to C-2.
The Council held a Public Hearing on the proposed Zoning Change Request. CRETE CITY LOT 19 BLK.102, PT BLK. 105 &VAC. ALLEY & 15TH AVE, & PT BLK 106 & VAC. ALLEY & PINE AVE BETWEEN BLK. 105-106 Commonly Known AS 1530 Pine Ave from I-2 to I-1. Ourada explained this is the Enerlux Windows property currently zoned I-2, which has very large setbacks of 50-75 feet and if changed to I-1 the setbacks go to 5-10 feet and they would have more usable property.
The Council held a Public Hearing on the proposed future land use Zoning Map Amendment. CRETE CITY LOT 19 BLK.102, PT BLK. 105 &VAC. ALLEY & 15TH AVE, & PT BLK 106 & VAC. ALLEY & PINE AVE BETWEEN BLK. 105-106 Commonly Known AS 1530 Pine Ave from I-2 to I-1. This would amend the future land use map in the city’s Comprehensive Plan.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve Zoning Change Request. CRETE CITY LOT 19 BLK.102, PT BLK. 105 &VAC. ALLEY & 15TH AVE, & PT BLK 106 & VAC. ALLEY & PINE AVE BETWEEN BLK. 105-106 Commonly Known AS 1530 Pine Ave from I-2 to I-1.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve future land use Zoning Map Amendment. CRETE CITY LOT 19 BLK.102, PT BLK. 105 &VAC. ALLEY & 15TH AVE, & PT BLK 106 & VAC. ALLEY & PINE AVE BETWEEN BLK. 105-106 Commonly Known AS 1530 Pine Ave from I-2 to I-1.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve Ordinance 2244 electrical rates on its third and final reading.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve the health insurance provider and premiums for 2025/2026 enrollment.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve forwarding a claim to the League Association of Risk Management (LARM) regarding a tree that fell on a vehicle on Redwood Ave.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve the Crete Housing Study Proposed Scope of Services from JEO Consulting. Ourada said this includes basic and additional services; the city’s last housing study was done in 2018. Recent housing grant applications by the city have been unsuccessful and a more current housing study could increase its eligibility for future grants.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve Resolution 2025-07 authorizing the mayor and city attorney to e-sign agreement for 2025 FAA grant for Crete Municipal Airport. Ourada explained this agreement is for a double box hanger for $1.4 million, using a grant the city has already been awarded.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve Resolution 2025-08 authorizing the mayor to sign agreement waiving receipt of non-primary entitlement funds for Crete Municipal Airport. Ourada said the city had FAA funds from 2022 that went unused and the Nebraska Department of Transportation is asking for those funds back, but the city would have a credit for future years.
The Council voted 6-0 to waive three readings and adopt Ordinance 2245 Amending irrigation service season and removing unused electric rate classifications. Ourada explained this changes the end of the irrigation season from October to September to align with other rate classes and removes electric rate classes the city is no longer using.
The Council voted 6-0 to approve amending the master fee schedule. Ourada said this eliminated electric street light types and classes no longer in use and changed rates to reflect newer street light types, as well as updated customer utility classes and deposits.
The Council voted 6-0 to waive three readings and adopt Ordinance 2246 Deeding a minority share of the Isis Theater to Blue River Arts Council (BRAC).
The Council voted 6-0 to approve forwarding claim to the League Association of Risk Management (LARM) regarding damaged asphalt lane on County Road 2400.
Petition - Communication - Citizen Concern:
Officer Reports:
Reports may be given by Officers, Departments, Committees, or Council members concerning the current operations of the City. No action can be taken on matters presented under this title except to answer any questions or to refer the matter for further action.
Meeting adjourned.
The City of Crete Department of Public Works, in partnership with its wholesale electric power supplier, the Municipal Energy Agency of Nebraska, is continuing to provide five energy efficiency programs to assist in lowering energy costs for local utility customers through energy efficiency improvements.
All five programs offer cash incentives to make energy efficient upgrades in the areas of insulation, cooling systems, home thermostats, high efficiency heat pump, and commercial lighting. Here is a rundown of the four programs:
These programs are available to customers of the City of Crete through its wholesale power partnership with the Municipal Energy Agency of Nebraska. For more information on these programs, contact the Utility Office at City Hall, 402.826.4312, or go online to download program guidelines and application forms.
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
(Utility Office ground floor main entrance on south side)
Crete, NE 68333
Phone: 402.826.4312
701 East 4th Street, Crete, Nebraska
(4th Street and Grove Ave.)
Pool: 402.826.3500 (Seasonal: May-August, during pool hours)
Parks & Recreation at City Hall: 402.826.4315
creteparks@crete.ne.gov
Wildwood Pool and Park is located in the southeast portion of the city. The public swimming pool includes men’s and women’s restrooms and lockers, zero entry, two slides, swimming lanes, and two diving boards. The splash area was replaced in 2022. Pool season passes, swimming lessons, youth swim team, and pool parties are available; see below for registration dates and more information.
The park area includes two tennis courts, a playground, picnic area, green space, parking, and public restrooms. Tennis courts include pickleball lines. (Click the photo for a gallery of pool and park images.)
(Go to Parks and Recreation Department Main Page)
See more information below on when and where to register for pool passes, pool parties, swimming lessons, swim team, and water aerobics.
See schedule below.
2025 Pool Season Information
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Season pool passes for individuals and families will be available online (RecDesk) and at the pool during open hours. Purchase passes in person at City Hall, 243 East 13th Street, until the pool opens. Seniors 55+ are eligible for a season pass that includes unlimited Water Aerobics Classes for only $40. |
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Swim Suit Policy: All patrons who want to swim MUST wear a commercially purchased swim suit. NO street clothes are allowed in the pool, including, but not limited to: jeans, gym shorts, cotton t-shirts, leggings/joggers. ALL infants must wear a swim-approved diaper. Weather Policies:
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Pool Parties
Private pool parties are held on Fridays and Saturdays, 7:00-9:00 p.m., and Sundays, 5:00-7:00 p.m. during the season. Cost is $250 per party and includes a non‐refundable $50 deposit. Applications are available on RecDesk, at City Hall, or the pool during open hours. A completed application and non-refundable deposit is required for reservation.
Interested patrons can register on RecDesk or at the pool after opening day; cost is $40 for all classes through the season. Senior participants age 55 and over registered for the season will receive a pool season pass at no additional cost. Drop-ins are welcome with a fee of $4 per class and includes that day's pool admission.
Crete RipTide Swim Team, for ages 6-18, competes in the Kansas-Nebraska swim league, which consists of five scheduled meets, held on Saturdays. Each community hosts a swim meet so travel is necessary. Competitive events include backstroke, freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly, individual medley, and relays.
Parent Information Meeting - Wednesday, April 16: Crete Carrier Community Room at Crete Public Library, 1515 Forest Ave.; open to all and highly encouraged for parents of swim team participants.
More Parks and Recreation information and online program signup can be found on RecDesk when registration opens.