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.

New Funding Available for Residential Demolition

After successfully partnering on 22 residential house demolitions in Burt County, the $75,000 that Burt County Economic Development received from the Donald E. Nielsen Fund for the Residential Demolition Grant was nearly gone. Because of the success of the program, Burt County EDC has decided to fund an additional $25,000. Each grant recipient can apply for up to 1/2 of the cost for the demolition of a house within the city limits of any of the five communities.

The goal of the program is to provide an incentive for homeowners or cities/villages to remove unsafe homes, making way for new homes. At the same time, improving the community can be contagious. Removing eyesores can invigorate entire neighborhoods.

If you would like to apply, applications can be found under Burt County Demolition Fund. Or you can contact the BCEDC office, 402-374-2953, if you have any questions.

BCEDC taking applications for Commercial Building Renovation Grant

Burt County was awarded $150,000 from the Donald E. Nielsen Foundation to assist in the renovation of commercial structures within Burt County. Individuals can apply for no more than 50% of the total project cost, with a maximum grant of $15,000. The grants are to be used to improve the structural integrity, reduce blight and preserve the business districts of our small towns. More details are available in the application and guidelines, which can be downloaded from the website under Funding.

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