Jenny B. Mason

This plan outlines the State of Nebraska's Residential Anti-Displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan (RARAP), detailing steps to minimize displacement resulting from HUD-assisted projects. It provides guidance on complying with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (URA) and the Housing and Community Development Act (HCDA). Key areas include minimizing displacement, providing relocation assistance to low-income households, one-for-one replacement of lower-income dwelling units, waivers for disaster recovery, appeals processes, and recordkeeping requirements for compliance.

This Qualified Action Plan for the Site and Building Development Fund Act aims to enhance Nebraska's economic development and improve industrial readiness by assisting in the provision of industrial-ready sites and buildings statewide. It prioritizes projects that address immediate community needs, create jobs, attract investment, and leverage private and local government participation. The plan outlines four key investment categories: First Priority Projects, Business Recruitment and Expansion, Speculative Sites and/or Buildings, and Projects that Mitigate Economic Impact.

This document outlines the Qualified Action Plan for the State of Nebraska Business Innovation Programs, extending a prior plan to cover the period from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027. It details the Department of Economic Development's reservation of the right to amend the plan and redistribute funding among activities funded by the Business Innovation Act.

The meeting included updates on state and federally funded housing programs administered by the Department of Economic Development, such as the Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund (NAHTF) and the HOME Investment Partnerships Fund. There was a presentation on the proposed 2026 NAHTF Qualified Allocation Plan. The Nebraska Homeless Assistance Program (NHAP) Coordinator provided a report. The committee discussed the FY2025 HUD Continuum of Care funding and the Legislative Research related to accessible housing units. The election of 2026-2027 officers was held.

The meeting included updates on state and federally funded housing programs administered by the Department of Economic Development, such as the Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund and the HOME Investment Partnerships Fund. Reports were given on the 10 Year Plan, the new Executive Order on Ending Crime and Disorder on America's Streets, and changes to the CoC NOFO. The commission also discussed preparing for National Hunger and Homelessness Month and reviewed LRs focusing on affordable and accessible housing in Nebraska. Updates were provided on the Nebraska Olmstead Plan and the use of Nebraska.FindHelp.com to identify accessible housing units.