LEADERSHIP: CULTIVATING RURAL LEADERS
July 18, 2019
JULY 2019 WEBINAR
Andy Long from McCook Economic Development Corp. & Cultivate Rural Leaders shared about the cultivation of leadership and how this should not just be applied to adult community members, but should start with students as well. He shared about McCook's experience of taking 15 High School students through a leadership program within the community. Megan Spargo a CRA Coordinator, also shared about her experience with developing leadership in the town of Benkelman by creating connections between multiple generations.
The Custer Economic Development Corporation highlighted housing initiatives since 2014, noting the construction of more than 80 homes and 61 apartment units since 2013. Scotti Ross and Stuart Fox emphasized that many of these projects were made possible through Tax Increment Financing (TIF).
The November HomeNE webinar focused on rural housing initiatives in Nebraska, with a presentation from John Madsen and Jon Schmaderer highlighting successful housing development strategies in Stuart. They discussed partnerships, funding approaches, and the role of local organizations in promoting affordable housing.
Creative Methods that Spur Community Revitalization: Proactive Redevelopment of Commercial and Residential Properties in Ord, Nebraska
