NOTICE OF MEETING
Next meeting date and time:
April 29, 2026 7 p.m.
Norfolk City Offices – Training Room, 309 N. 5th St., Norfolk, NE
Spring Cleaning for Your Community:
Revitalize Those Eyesore Properties |
This session will cover:
- What brownfields are and how redevelopment can support community revitalization
- Available tools, resources, and technical assistance to move projects forward
- Opportunities to connect with state and federal partners supporting this work
Event Details:
- Date: April 29, 2026
- Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM CST
- Location: Virtual
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Nebraska RentWise Train the Trainer
In Person Training: May 6-7, 2026
Nebraska RentWise is a program to help renters obtain and keep rental housing and to be successful renters through education. The curriculum takes an active-learning approach and stresses tenant responsibility. Nebraska RentWise increases community awareness and support for quality, affordable rental housing.This training opportunity is to train individuals to provide Nebraska RentWise. You must attend a Train the Trainer in order to be a “certified” RentWise trainer… And remember, only current certified RentWise trainers will be able to list their agency as an online RentWise provider.
This class will be held in Lincoln at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County offices on May 6th & 7th. The link below will take you to the Nebraska Housing Developers Association website for more information on the agenda and to register!
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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, 2026
Kearney
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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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
https://www.nebcommfound.org/celebrate/ |
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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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