For the Mayor & City Council

The Bills

Councilmember Crawford is scheduled to review the bills for the September 5, 2017 City Council meeting.   
Harrison Street Pavement Repairs
Crews have begun repairing pavement in the eastbound lanes of Harrison Street. They started at 126th and Harrison and will work their way east. 

This project is slated to last approximately 17 working days. 

For more information, contact the Public Works Department, 402-331-8927.
City Centre Construction Activity
Construction will begin soon on the City Center public infrastructure project. 

This will affect traffic on South 83rd Avenue from Brentwood Drive to Giles Road. 

When timelines and the types of road restrictions are known, we will share that with you, so watch for future updates. 
Library
Book Time for Grown Ups
Storytime isn't just for kids anymore! Book Time for Grown Ups is a book club where you don't have to read the book yourself! Please join us each Friday this fall at 10 a.m. at the La Vista Senior/Community Center. (There will be no meeting on October 13 and 20 and November 24.)

Listen to a variety of books chosen by the group. Afterwards freely discuss the book and related topics.

A shuttle bus is available.
Upcoming Events & Programs
We have a lot planned at the Library for you this month! Here is a partial list of everything we've got going on and don't forget to click the link below to see the full schedule on our website. 
  • September 18, Amazing Athletes, 10 a.m.
  • September 19, Beginning Genealogy, 6:30 p.m.
  • September 20, Tween/Teen September Craft Club, 3:30-5 p.m.
  • September 21, Magnets Galore, 10 a.m.
  • September 21, Susan La Flesche - Warrior of the People, 6:30 p.m. 
  • September 22, Book Time for Grown Ups, 10 a.m.
  • September 25, Amazing Athletes, 10 a.m.
  • September 26, Beginning Genealogy, 6:30 p.m.
  • September 27, Tween/Teen September Craft Club, 3:30-5 p.m.
  • September 29, Book Time for Grown Ups, 10 a.m.
  • September 29, Fall Day in the Park, 10 a.m.
Recreation
One Sky, One World Kite Festival
Join us and the Midwest Wind Kite Fliers for the annual fall kite festival on Sunday, October 8, noon-4 p.m., at the La Vista Soccer Complex. 

This free event is perfect for the whole family. Bring your own kite! 

Kids, bring a bag for our candy drop!
Second Annual Pump and Run & 5K Scheduled for October 6-7
Edge Body Boot Camp and the City of La Vista have teamed up once again for the 2nd annual Edge Body Pump & Run and 5K! The Pump & Run is a unique combination of weight lifting and running, offered to all racers-no matter gender or ability. Pump & Run participants will compete in a bench press competition as well as a 5K run.

Don't lift weights? Don't worry runners, we have you covered too! We will also offer the 5K as a separate event to those who just want to run and not participate in the bench press competition.

Pump
Friday, October 6, 6-8 p.m. at Edge Body Boot Camp, 10931 Harrison St.

Run and 5K
Saturday, October 7, 10 a.m. at Infusion Brewing Company, 6271 S. 118th St.

Registration fees: By September 8, $30, or after September 8, $35.

Registration closes October 1.
Early Bird Registration Deadline Approaching for Youth Volleyball
Season begins in November
Early Bird Registration Deadline: September 16
Registration Deadline: September 30

*Practices will tentatively begin the week of October 16. Practices are held at coach's discretion on Sunday - Friday evenings with no practices on Wednesdays. All games are held on Saturday mornings/afternoons beginning in November. *Start Date is Subject to change.

Ages:    Boys and Girls grades 3-6 as of fall 2017
Fees:     Before September 16: $55, non-residents $65
            After September 16: $65, non-residents $75
Final Deadline Approaching for Women's Volleyball
Registration Deadline: September 16 or until leagues are full
 
Matches are held on Wednesday evenings at the La Vista Community Center tentatively beginning on September 27 and ending December 20.
 
Ages:   Must be 18 years old and out of High School
Fees:     Women's League: *$110 per team (separate $20 check, forfeit deposit fee)
            $10 cash per game paid directly to the officials before game start
            *A late fee of $10 if registered after September 16
Registration now open for youth basketball programs
Youth Basketball League
Games begin in January
Early Bird Registration Deadline: November 11
Final Registration Deadline: November 25

*Practices will tentatively begin the week of December 11. Practices are held at coach's discretion on Sunday - Friday evenings with no practices on Wednesdays. All games are held on Saturdays for 3-4 grade with the potential of Friday evening & Saturday/Sunday afternoon games for 5-8 grade. Games will begin in January and end in March. *Start Date is Subject to change.

Ages:   Boys and Girls, 3rd - 8th grade as of current school year
Fees:    Before November 11: $55, non-residents $65
            After November 11: $65, non-residents $75
           
Coed Youth Basketball Clinic
Clinic begins January 13
Early Bird Registration Deadline: December 16 
Final Registration Deadline: December 30
 
*The Youth Coed Basketball Clinic is comprised of 5 one hour sessions to be held on Saturday mornings from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM at the La Vista Community Center starting on January 13 and ending on February 10. Participants will learn the basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork and fun! *Start Date is Subject to change.
 
Ages:   Boys and Girls, 1st - 2nd grade as of current school year
Fees:    Before December 16: $17, non-residents $22
            After December 16: $27, non-residents $32
Optimist Tri-Star Football Punt, Pass & Kick Contest
The La Vista Recreation Department, Sarpy County Tourism and the Papillion-La Vista Optimist Club will offer the Optimist Tri-Star Football Punt, Pass & Kick Contest on Sunday, September 24, at 1 p.m. at the La Vista Sports Complex, south of 66th and Harrison. 

Registration is FREE and can be done online at www.cityoflavista.org/ppk.
La Vista City Council Agenda
The agenda for the September 19 City Council meeting is available to view online.