We Turned A Corner: One Property At A Time...Revisited
Sheri Alber • April 16, 2026
We Turned a Corner: One Property At A Time...Revisited
This 90th HomeNE Learning Network webinar featured Rex Adams of Blue Springs, Nebraska, who shared how the nonprofit
One Property at a Time has revitalized the community by removing 44 dilapidated properties and supporting 6 new home builds—spurring approximately $1.6 million in new growth since 2017. Rex highlighted their strategy of clearing blighted properties and providing free lots to builders, along with broader community improvements, while also addressing innovative tools like Micro TIFs, and the need to engage younger generations in sustaining revitalization efforts.
In the October HomeNE webinar, Jeffrey Tanner of Canton, South Dakota shared the story of the Liberty Park housing development, highlighting how strong leadership served as the “first domino” that transformed a long-recognized housing need into action.
Discover how Loup City is transforming housing challenges into community opportunities through innovative rehabilitation strategies, creative financing, and strong local partnerships.
The August HomeNE Learning Network webinar featured Judy Clark, Development Director for the City of North Platte, who provided an in-depth overview of North Platte's MicroTIF program.
