Wendy Thomas

This General Redevelopment Plan for Redevelopment Area #2 in Crete, Nebraska, aims to guide development and redevelopment activities to eliminate blighted and substandard conditions, enhance private investment, and promote the economic and social well-being of the community. Key strategies include utilizing Tax Increment Financing, fostering economic development and housing growth, improving infrastructure, implementing urban design enhancements, and integrating alternative energy considerations. The plan seeks to achieve a coordinated, adjusted, and harmonious development that promotes health, safety, prosperity, and efficient use of public funds.

The economic development program aims to stimulate growth by creating jobs, attracting investment, and diversifying the economic base. It focuses on providing financial assistance to qualifying businesses, supporting housing development, and improving community facilities. The program also outlines the application process for financial assistance, ensures confidentiality of business information, and establishes an administration system involving a Program Director, Advisory Board, and City Council.

The economic development program focuses on housing development for low to moderate income persons and workforce housing. It includes plans for construction and rehabilitation of housing, income level qualifications, and criteria for income adjustments. The program also assesses current housing stock, addresses factors affecting businesses in recruiting employees, and considers conditions faced by individuals seeking new or rehabilitated housing in Crete.

The comprehensive plan for the City of Crete focuses on guiding development, maximizing economic opportunities, and improving the quality of life for residents. Key areas of focus include population growth, land use, housing, education, economic development, public facilities, and transportation. The plan aims to support a growing student and faculty population, create new jobs, improve community facilities, reduce energy consumption, and provide an efficient transportation system.

The Crete Housing Study provides an analysis of Crete, Nebraska's demographics, existing housing stock, and future housing needs. It identifies strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats related to housing development through community engagement and stakeholder input. Key areas of focus include addressing the lack of diverse housing options, promoting affordable housing, and improving the quality of existing housing stock to support population growth and meet the needs of various resident groups.