Government
Government
The Village of Allen has a mayor-council form of government.
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Mayor Jay Jones |
Council Members Dean Chase |
City Clerk/Treasurer Jean Rahn 100 E 2nd Street Allen, NE Phone: (402) 635-2444 |
Utilities Superintendent Rick Chase |
Fire Protection
Fire protection is provided to the Allen-Waterbury community by a 27-member volunteer fire department. The department also provides protection to areas outside the community and responds to mutual aid calls with area communities.
EMTs
There are 9 certified EMT’s and 4 EMS/First Responders.
Law Enforcement
The Village of Allen is policed by the Dixon County Sheriff’s department which utilizes standard equipment for patrol, basic investigation, enforcing traffic law, and report writing.
County
City Utilities, Permits and Ordinances
Contact the City Clerk for help with the following services:
| Water | The municipal water system in Allen is supplied by two wells. The quality of water in Allen does not necessitate a water treatment plant. | |
| Sewerage & Solid Waste Disposal | The Village of Allen has a municipal lagoon sewerage system. Allen’s solid waste disposal service is provided by the city. Waste is taken to the disposal site in Jackson, Nebraska, 18 miles east, which has an estimated life of more than 100 years. | |
| Pet License | Due July 1st – must provide proof of vaccination | |
| Sewer Rates |
Residential & Domestic – $40.00 Commercial – $41.00 |
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| Water Rates |
Residential and Commercial Customer Charge $15.00 Gallon charge per 1000 gals. $1.50 |
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| Garbage & Sanitation Rates |
Residential Flat Rate Base Charge $17.00 Commercial – price varies according to size of containers |
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| Tree & Grass Dump Site | West edge of town | |
| Recycling | Across the street from the firehall |
Other Utilities
| Electricity | The Village of Allen receives power from NNPPD. | |
| Phone | The Village of Allen receives local phone service from Northeast Nebraska Telephone Company. |