SOUTH SIOUX CITY: ADDRESSING HOUSING PROBLEMS BY IMPLEMENTING SOLUTIONS
November 18, 2021
NOVEMBER 2021 WEBINAR
Oscar Gomez, the Assistant City Administrator for the City of South Sioux City, presented about the journey, problems, and solutions of housing within his community. Gomez discussed that South Sioux City was experiencing shortage of homes, rise of construction cost, and an over-abundance of rentals. The rental inspection and owner occupied rehab programs were shared as the city's innovative solutions to combating housing issues.
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
