NOTICE OF MEETING
Next meeting date and time:
May 27, 2026, 7 p.m.
A Full Cup/A Full Plate Restaurant 801 10th St. in Stanton, NE 68779
Developing Community Development
Partnerships for Affordable Housing In
Nebraska Part 1
May 13, 2026
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM CST
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will host a webinar to promote community development partnerships to develop afforable housing in Nebraska. The event will outline federal, state and local tools supporting affordable housing development. Housing developers will discuss opportunities to increase the availability of affordable housing. An FDIC examiner will outline activities relating to affordable housing that may qualify for Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) consideration. This is part one of the two-part series.
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2026 NEDA Annual ConferenceJune 10-12th, 2026Kearney
Conference Information — NEDA
6 Regions, One Nebraska: Spring 2026
Northeast Region
Housing
The Northeast Region is launching the SPARK Developer Academy’s inaugural session July 27th-31st in Norfolk. Designed for developers, contractors, and community leaders, the academy provides intensive, hands-on training in real estate finance, zoning, funding strategies, and project management. Participants will gain access to a strong network of mentors and industry professionals—connections critical to moving housing projects from concept to completion. Applications for the Norfolk Developer Academy open May 1st.Leadership Development Initiative
The Northeast Elected Leadership Academy (NELA) will hold its inaugural class on April 28th. The Academy is a partnership of 6 Regions, One Nebraska, Northeast Community College, and UNL Extension. The program is designed to build long-term civic leadership capacity across the region. The academy is modeled after the Georgia Academy for Economic Development, established in 1993 and now mandatory for elected officials in Georgia.NELA is a one-year experience with curriculum shaped by input from nearly 100 Nebraska elected officials and community leaders to ensure relevance and immediate application. The class features a one-day intensive course followed by additional sessions throughout the year and offers practical tools, peer-to-peer learning, and two dedicated networking opportunities.
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Wed., Sept. 30 – Fri., Oct. 2, 2026
Save the Date: 2026 Investing in Rural America Conference
This year’s conference will showcase innovative strategies for rural prosperity across several key areas:
- Economic development
- Small business development
- Financial inclusion
- Workforce pathways
- And more!
This conference creates a valuable space for attendees to:
-Connect with influential rural stakeholders from across the nation
-Learn about cutting-edge approaches to rural economic vitality
-Engage in discussions that shape the future of rural America.
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We are the ones we’ve been waiting for!
On November 12, hundreds of ambitious Nebraskans will convene in Kearney. This year we honor the shared courage that fuels local leadership, strengthens our hometowns, and shapes a brighter future for all Nebraskans. Join us for powerful stories, meaningful connection, peer-to-peer learning, and a celebration of what’s possible when courage is something we hold in common.
2026 Annual Celebration & Training
Thursday, November 12
Kearney, Nebraska
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Executive Director
Deputy Director
Fiscal Officer
Business Loan
Specialist
Housing Specialist
Community Planner
Sandra Goode
Zach Fisher
Administrative
Assistant
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