SPRING INTO ACTION
March 15, 2018
MARCH 2018 WEBINAR
Lori Ferguson shared Superior, Nebraska's story about the community in decline within their housing facilities. Ferguson discussed SCEDD's impact with how Superior moved from a small town in decline and how they have progressed with completing a Community Needs Assessment Survey, Housing Study, Community Development Block Grants, and much more.
During this session, Nebraska community members in attendance, also took the opportunity to learn what is working in other communities and discussing what they need to do to take action. Franklin opened the C & D landfill and Central City share their top 50 list.
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
