YOUR LOCAL HOUSING STUDY MADE EASY
April 16, 2020
APRIL 2020 WEBINAR
Tim Gottgetreu, the Director of Research at Western Economic Services, discussed the Nebraska Profile of Demographics, Economics, ad Housing by looking at an interactive journey through the great plains of data. Gottetreu took viewers through NIFA's Interactive Dashboard that provides a look into demographics, economics, housing, data, mapping, and reports for the region, county, city, or state.
From building a few homes to building entire subdivisions, Jordan McHargue shares how steady growth, smart partnerships, and hands-on leadership fueled real housing impact in Central City. Learn how innovative construction methods helped overcome local challenges while supporting efficienct, year-round building.
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.
