A local newspaper publisher reported that “Legacy can be defined in many ways, and that’s so true in what’s going on in Hickman today politically and legally.” I suppose he is referring to a political legacy by the number of candidates we have interested in Hickman government. We certainly can be proud that we have several worthy candidates that have registered for the office of mayor and city council persons. But I’m not sure what the publisher is referring to “legally.” I hope he is not referring to the law suit that the Hot Dog Guy has had to file against the City of Hickman.
Sure it is unfortunate that these matters have had to go as far as the legal system, but what choice do we have when we have a different opinion than that of a government entity. Should we just lie down and do whatever the bureaucrats tell us to do, even though we don’t feel it is just? Thankfully, we live in a democratic society where we can openly voice these differences. The Hot Dog Guy feels he is being singled out unfairly for keeping frozen hot dogs in his freezer in his own home.
Some have said that all he needs to do is to apply for a Special Use Permit, pay $100, and this would allow him to carry on with his business. His business is selling hotdogs from his portable cart in downtown Lincoln. It was even told in the local tavern by Mayor Hrouda that he offered the Hot Dog Guy a reduced rate, $75 for the permit. How could that work? Anyway, the only problem with a Special Use Permit is that it has to be voted upon by the Hickman Planning Commission, who then makes a recommendation to the Hickman City Council. The Hickman City Council then votes on the matter themselves whether or not to grant a Special Use Permit. So what happens if the boards do not vote favorably to allow the Hot Dog Guy a special permit? That’s the question. I’m afraid Mr. Parker would be unable to keep his cart or hot dogs in his home here in Hickman. Then what? This doesn’t sound very encouraging to anyone interested in coming to Hickman to start a new business, does it?
September 4, 2010
Hickman Church Has to Remove Sign
You may have noticed that the Hickman Presbyterian Church had put up a sign along 68th on the Kubik property (about 2 miles north of town), with the Kubik’s permission of course. But maybe you did not notice it, because it wasn’t up very long, perhaps a week. The County had allowed the Church to put up the sign with the disclaimer that if someone complained, the sign would have to be removed. Word on the street is that someone “anonymously” called the Hickman City Office to complain about the sign. Who is this person anyway? No, we have it on good authority it wasn’t Steve Parker! It was reported that the City Office personnel told the caller that the sign was not in Hickman’s jurisdiction. Then, the City Office took it upon themselves to call the County and make the complaint. What??!! That makes no sense. The HPC congregation is very disappointed, to say the least.
In addition to reporting the Church sign, a complaint was made about the T & C Bait Shop sign. This business is located in Hickman. That sign has been in the same location for the last three years. There is no reason to complain about these signs unless someone is just being vindictive. Both signs were located on private property with the property owner’s permission.
In addition to reporting the Church sign, a complaint was made about the T & C Bait Shop sign. This business is located in Hickman. That sign has been in the same location for the last three years. There is no reason to complain about these signs unless someone is just being vindictive. Both signs were located on private property with the property owner’s permission.
August 18, 2010
City Council Acts on Anonymous Letter
An anonymous letter was received by the Hickman City Council on April 5, 2010. Usually an unsigned letter is considered “unofficial” but for some reason this Board and the City Administrator felt they needed to give this piece of literature (I’m using that term VERY loosely) some merit. Even using the City’s own terms, when a document is not signed, it is considered a “false reporting document.” I’ve read this letter; it’s poorly written, filled with numerous misspellings, ramblings, and incoherent sentences. In this letter, several prominent residents are accused of stealing, being dishonest, being sexual predators, selling drugs, not paying taxes, etc. What a waste of time on everyone’s part. But for some unknown reason the City is following up on it. Maybe because the writer did compliment the City Council and Mayor! The writer even comments how the Mayor always helps their family.
Another part of the rambling of this piece of work was to accuse Steve Parker of Steve O’s Dogs of running a commercial business from his Hickman home. Steve did sell hotdogs on the sidewalks in designated areas. He has a license from the City of Hickman, as well as the City of Lincoln to do this. Steve has a professional self-contained cart that cooks the dogs, just like you see on the streets of New York. You can often see Steve in downtown Lincoln on the sidewalk selling the dogs. So now the City has bombarded Steve with inquiries and accusations, so much so that he has had to hire an attorney. He has long ago stopped selling hotdogs in Hickman, it was too discouraging dealing with City Officials. Talk about wasting more tax payers’ money. But could this be some sort of revenge on the City’s part? You know that Steve was one of several people who questioned the City’s giving away of those downtown buildings. He also supported keeping Peter Rabbit in his pasture. You really have to wonder!!?
Another part of the rambling of this piece of work was to accuse Steve Parker of Steve O’s Dogs of running a commercial business from his Hickman home. Steve did sell hotdogs on the sidewalks in designated areas. He has a license from the City of Hickman, as well as the City of Lincoln to do this. Steve has a professional self-contained cart that cooks the dogs, just like you see on the streets of New York. You can often see Steve in downtown Lincoln on the sidewalk selling the dogs. So now the City has bombarded Steve with inquiries and accusations, so much so that he has had to hire an attorney. He has long ago stopped selling hotdogs in Hickman, it was too discouraging dealing with City Officials. Talk about wasting more tax payers’ money. But could this be some sort of revenge on the City’s part? You know that Steve was one of several people who questioned the City’s giving away of those downtown buildings. He also supported keeping Peter Rabbit in his pasture. You really have to wonder!!?
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