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October 15, 2020
OCTOBER 2020 WEBINAR
This webinar conversation featured three different individuals highlighting downtown revitalization. Cassie Lapaseotes shared about her experience of purchasing and remodeling a downtown building in her hometown of Bridgeport to create an updated business space and a apartment. Neal Blomenkamp, a Runza franchisee, discussed his process of taking a rundown building and upgrading the space for a Runza and clean parking spaces. Information provided by Rick Wayman and Starr Lehl were also shared about the lofts and commercial spaces developed in downtown Scottsbluff.
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
In the September HomeNE webinar focused on community engagement and housing challenges in Cumming County, David Branch highlighted the successful Give Get Grow program, which supported local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. He then provided a detailed overview of ongoing housing projects aimed at expanding affo
