Burt County EDC

Burt County is well positioned halfway between Omaha, Nebraska and Sioux City, Iowa in eastern Nebraska. It offers the advantages of rural living with easy access to the metro workforce and amenities. Burt County Economic Development Corporation controls a 157-acre industrial site that borders the main line of Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad. The location is superb – a rural location but only twenty-five miles to Interstate 29.

map Some of the best waterfowl hunting in the US can be found in Burt County, which is on the migratory bird path. The Missouri River, which borders the county on the eastern edge, provides plenty of recreational opportunities, as does the Summit Lake, a 190-acre spring-fed lake.

The five communities in Burt County each host an authentic small town festival each summer. Watching out for your neighbor and taking pride in your community are still a part of everyday life.

Lyons Survey for Downtown Redevelopment Available Now

As part of the plan for the redevelopment of downtown Lyons, the public is being asked to complete a survey that will allow input in the process.The survey will be available from Monday, June 4th through Friday, June 22nd. It can be filled out online by going to http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07efbgxthjjg6r827f/start . It is also available in hard copy form at the Lyons City Hall and the City Library.

The results of the downtown vision survey will be presented at an open house meeting scheduled for mid to late August. The date and location will be published at a later time, on this website and in the local newspaper.

BCEDC taking applications for Commercial and Residential Demo Grants

BCEDC was awarded $75,000 from the Donald E. Nielsen Foundation to assist in the demolition of blighted and substandard residential structures within Burt County. An additional $125,000 from the Nielsen Foundation is now available for commercial building demo. Both individuals and governmental entities are eligible to apply. Up to 50% of the total demolition cost, with no more than $15,000 for commercial demolition, will be granted. The applications and guidelines can be downloaded from the website under Funding.

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