Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Administration
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Administration
The City of McCook does not require a local license to do business; however, the State of Nebraska has certain requirements. View the Nebraska Department of Economic Development for more information.
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You can find open bid postings on our website or contact our office at (308) 345-2022 to inquire.Administration
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Yes, however, it is unlawful for any itinerant merchant, peddler, or solicitor, other than a solicitor doing business by appointment, to engage in any such business within the city without first obtaining and possessing a valid registration permit in compliance with the City of McCook Code of Ordinances. In addition to the permit required, any person who shall sell edible products must also obtain the applicable food license or health permit under the provisions of state law. No permit shall be issued by the city without such proof being presented at the time application is made to the City Clerk for an itinerant merchant, peddler or solicitor permit. Each individual selling shall complete an application and present a valid driver's permit for or other acceptable form of identification and file with the City Clerk a written sworn application signed by the applicant. Upon receipt of the application(s), a copy shall be referred to the Chief of Police, who shall within three work days determine whether the application shall be approved or denied pursuant to City of McCook Code of Ordinances § 112.06. The City Clerk shall then notify the applicant of such approval/denial and issue a permit only upon approval. Additional questions should be directed to the City Clerk's office at (308) 345-2022.Administration
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Contact the Red Willow County Driver's Exam Office at 502 Norris Avenue or call (308) 345-4139.Administration
City Clerk
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City Clerk
The DMV has implemented an electronic system for accepting and processing handicapped parking permits from allowed health care providers online. This eliminates the burden on you, the patient to carry around the paper application to different parties (city office, doctor's office), as well, as speeds up the processing of the application allowing you to have the permit within one to two work DAYS compared to one to three WEEKS! Click on the link provided for more information.
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The City of McCook does not have a municipal court. Court fines are paid through the Red Willow County Court located at 502 Norris Avenue. For more information, please call (308) 345-1906.City Clerk
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You must apply in person at the Red Willow County District Court office located at 502 Norris Avenue. For more information, please call (308) 345-4583.City Clerk
City Manager
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City Manager
City Council meetings are every first and third Monday at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers of the City Auditorium at 505 West C Street.
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Contact our Human Resource Officer at (308) 345-2022 ext. 220 to inquire about job openings and request an application for employment. You may also download an application for employment from our website. Online applications are accepted for most positions unless stated otherwise. Please contact us to verify receipt of your online application.City Manager
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Contact Public Works Office Assistant at (308) 345-2022 ext. 230 to report a nuisance or concern.City Manager
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You can find hard copies of the McCook City Ordinances at the City Administration Office, McCook Public Library or the McCook Police Department. You can also view and search the ordinances online. For more information, please contact the McCook City Offices at (308) 345-2022.City Manager
Building & Zoning
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Yes. No construction can begin in the City of McCook unless a separate building permit for each building or structure has first been obtained from the building inspector. To schedule an inspection, contact Building Inspector and Code Compliance Officer Barry Mooney at (308) 345-2022 ext. 232 or email bldginsp@cityofmccook.com.Building & Zoning
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You can obtain an application for a building permit at the office of the Building Inspector at 505 W. C Street. The cost of the permit is based on the size of the project.Building & Zoning
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Building & Zoning
Any building contractors operating in the city must furnish $1,000,000.00 contractors liability insurance, with the City of McCook listed as a certificate holder and be a licensed contractor with the City of McCook prior to the issuance of each building permit. Contact the Building Department at (308) 345-2022, ext. 232 or email bldginsp@cityofmccook.com for more information.
Fire Department
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To join, you must be at least 18 years old and willing to donate your time, energy, and knowledge to help others and your community. For more information, please contact the Fire Department at (308) 345-5710.Fire Department
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To get an open burn permit, contact the McCook Fire Department at (308) 345-5710.Fire Department
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Fire Department
It shall be unlawful for any person to sell, hold for sale, or offer for sale as a distributor, jobber, or retailer any fireworks without first obtaining a license from the State Fire Marshal for that calendar year. Licensed vendors shall only sell fireworks that have been approved by the State Fire Marshal and such permissible fireworks may be sold at retail between June 28 and July 4 of each year during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer to sell at retail within the city any fireworks, as defined and permitted under the statutes of the state, without having first secured a permit from the McCook Fire Department. File with the Fire Chief all applications for permits by June 20 of the year for which the applicant wishes the permit to sell in June and July.
Library
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Library
The library is open on Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm; Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Closed Sunday.
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Library
No. You can view our card catalog online; however you do need to come into the library to check out your books.
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No. You are welcome to call us at (308) 345-1906 and we would be happy to renew them over the phone for you if you are not able to come into the library.Library
Airport
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Airport
You can visit the Denver Air website or call (866) 373-8513.
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Airport
Currently, Denver Air flies into Denver International Airport.
Ball Parks
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You can reserve a ball field for competition play by calling the city offices at (308) 345-2022, ext. 230.Ball Parks
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No, the City does not allow practice on the game fields with the exception of Legion / MCC baseball and high school / MCC softball. The city maintains nine practice fields.Ball Parks
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No, recreation opportunities are organized through the YMCA and McCook Little League Baseball.Ball Parks
Police Department
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Once a month, the National weather alert is tested and the sirens are activated to assure safe warning of the citizens of McCook in the case of an actual emergency.Police Department
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9-1-1 calls are to report emergencies only. Non-emergency calls should be placed to the Police Department at the administrative telephone number at (308) 345-3450. Of course, if there is any question at all, use the 9-1-1 emergency number, but keep in mind this line needs to be available for callers that do have emergencies.Police Department
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There is a $2 charge if a person comes to the station to pick up a copy of the report. A self-addressed, stamped return envelope may also be mailed to the Police Department along with $3 and information regarding the report (name and date of incident) and the report will be mailed to you.Police Department
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When a position is advertised in the newspaper, you need to fill out an application found at the city offices at 505 W. C Street and submit a resume. Further employment information is provided by city offices at (308) 345-2022.Police Department
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To get your dog out of impound, contact the McCook Humane Society at (308) 345-2372 Monday through Friday, from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm, and Saturday, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.Police Department
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If you have not received a letter in the mail regarding the impounded vehicle, contact the Police Department at (308) 345-3450 for information.Police Department
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The information may be given online through Crime Stoppers or called in at (308) 345-5440. You may also contact the Police Department directly at (308) 345-3450.Police Department
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Call in the description to the Police Department at (308) 345-3450 with an approximate date that it went missing, or come to the police station to look at the bicycles that have been collected. The bicycle can also be registered with the Police Department by filling out a form provided by the department at: 526 W. B St. McCook, NE 69001Police Department
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Have a spokesperson for your organization call the Police Department at (308) 345-3450 to schedule a date and time to tour.Police Department
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Police Department
Curfew applies to children under age 17. From September 1 through May 31, curfew is from 10:30 pm to 5:00 am Sunday through Thursday and 12:01 a.m. to 5:00 am on Friday and Saturday. From June 1 through August 31, curfew is from 11:00 pm to 5:00 am Sunday through Thursday and 12:30 pm to 5:00 am on Friday and Saturday.
Parks
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McCook parks are open from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm.Parks
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Parks
Yes, Karrer Park is open to camping and has seven electrical sites and modern restrooms. Our showers are currently out of order. Free will donations are requested.
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To rent the lower shelter house, please contact the City Offices at (308) 345-2022, ext. 230. Please stop into the City Offices located at 505 W. C St. to pay the $5 rental fee and pick up your "Reserved" sign.Parks
Cemetery
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Yes, the directory is located in Memorial Park Cemetery, at West J Street and West 14th Street. It contains records of Riverview Cemetery also.Cemetery
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Yes, a one-time fee of $150 for each space or niche purchased will provide for eternal care of the cemeteries.Cemetery
Streets
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Yes, the city approves the location and width of the curb cut and inspects the approach before concrete can be poured.Streets
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Yes, any new construction or repair of existing sidewalks must be approved by Public Works Director Kyle Potthoff. You may reach him by calling (308) 345-2022 ext. 231.Streets
Water Department
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Water Department
The City of McCook accepts Visa, Mastercard and Discover payments over the counter or online. To pay your bill online, go to https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/mccookne and setup your online bill-pay account first. If you have any questions, contact us at (308) 345-2022, option 1.
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If you need your water turned off during business hours (Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm), call the City of McCook at (308) 345-2022 ext. 222 and a water tech will be sent to turn off your water at the curb stop. If you have an emergency and need your water turned off after hours, on weekends or holidays call the City of McCook Public Safety Center at (308) 345-3450 and they will have the 24-hour on-call person for the Water Department come and shut off your water.Water Department
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The Water Department installs and maintains the supply pipe, which is the pipe that connects to the water main and extends to the curb stop near your property line. The service line, which is the pipe that runs from the curb stop to your house, is the responsibility of the homeowner.Water Department
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To become a new customer or transfer services to a different address contact the utility billing clerk at (308) 345-2022 ext. 222. Customers are required to complete a utility contract and pay a utility deposit prior to the start of services. Bills may be paid by mail, by phone with a credit/debit card, or in person at the McCook Municipal Center, 505 W. C Street during business hours, or placed in the 24-hour drop box located on the southeast corner of the Municipal Center.Water Department
Sewer
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Sewer usage is based on the amount of water that is recorded by your water meter during the months of December, January, and February. The usage during these three winter months is averaged and you are billed that average throughout the year.Sewer
Transfer Station / Collection / Recycling
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Yes, the city charges for all construction and demolition material brought into the transfer station.Transfer Station / Collection / Recycling
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For individuals who have a trash account with the City of McCook, the city will pick up household goods and brush. Items banned from the transfer station are appliances filled with freon, paint (liquid form), lead, acid batteries, waste oil, tires, and yard waste (April through November).Transfer Station / Collection / Recycling
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No, if you have a monthly, residential trash account with the city, there is no additional fee charged to you for bringing household goods, brush, or yard waste to the transfer station. Items banned from the transfer station are appliances filled with freon, paint (liquid form), lead, acid batteries, waste oil, tires, and yard waste (April through November).Transfer Station / Collection / Recycling
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We have a recycling trailer located on the east side of McCook Community Hospital, as well as cardboard containers at Highland Park and south of the City Auditorium.Transfer Station / Collection / Recycling
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Transfer Station / Collection / Recycling
- #1 plastic (pop bottles)
- #2 plastic (milk jugs)
- #2 colored plastic (laundry jugs)
- Aluminum cans
- Appliances that are freon free
- Automotive batteries
- Cardboard
- Junk mail
- Magazines
- Newspaper
- Office paper
- Scrap iron
- Tin cans
Home Page
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Yes. No construction can begin in the City of McCook unless a separate building permit for each building or structure has first been obtained from the building inspector. To schedule an inspection, contact building inspector and Code Compliance Officer Barry Mooney at (308) 345-2022 ext. 232.Home Page
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Contact Human Resource Officer at (308) 345-2022 ext. 220 to inquire about job openings and request an application for employment. You can download an application by following the link below. Please keep in mind, applications are accepted only when a position(s) is open. Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of McCook!Home Page
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You can find open bid postings on our website or contact the City Offices at (308) 345-2022.Home Page
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Follow this link to find out how to fly the flag today.Home Page
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The City of McCook does not require a local license to do business; however, the State of Nebraska has certain requirements. View the Nebraska Department of Economic Development for more information.Home Page
Cross-Connection Survey
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For your convenience in completing the Cross-Connection Survey, you may complete and submit the form online. Thank you for your participation and cooperation! If you have questions, please contact the Utilities Department at (308) 345-2022, ext. 222.Cross-Connection Survey