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.

Brehmer Manufacturing Celebrates Latest Expansion and National Manufacturing Day

Brehmer Manufacturing celebrated their latest expansion in conjunction with National Manufacturing Day on October 5^th. Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts was in attendance to take part in the ribbon cutting on their new 14,400 square foot manufacturing space. The nearly $900,000 project also included warehouse relocation, road and utility improvements and the acquisition of additional equipment. This expansion includes an additional ten employees. The funding for the project included Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds through the NE Department of Economic Development, a loan provided through First Northeast Bank and company funds.

Brehmer Manufacturing began in Oakland in 1974, and relocated to Lyons in 1983. Their business has grown to fifty employees with sales in twenty-seven countries on five continents. Its current business units are comprised of fertilizer tender boxes, tire recycling equipment, swine equipment, fitness and recreational equipment, truck equipment, used truck sales and custom manufacturing.

“It is a pleasure to be able to celebrate Brehmer’s latest expansion,” said Patty Plugge, Executive Director of Burt County Economic Development Corporation. “With their innovation and local workforce, we look forward to continued growth.”

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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