Department of Economic Development Invites Applications for Grant Opportunity within the Site and Building Development Fund

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) is now accepting applications for a specific grant opportunity through the Site and Building Development Fund (SBDF). The opportunity is open to a city of the second class that is served by two first-class railroads, is within fifteen miles of two state borders, and partners with public power utilities for purposes of expanding electrical system capacities and enhancing redundancy and resilience.

Established in 2011, SBDF helps Nebraska’s communities prepare the places and spaces needed to support business growth. Having industry-ready facilities strengthens recruitment and retention of high-wage job creators. SBDF gives communities a competitive advantage when seeking to attract investment—whether from a new venture or existing company looking to expand.

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