Clearwater receives planning, public works CDBG funds

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development has awarded $14,173,231 in Community Development Block Grant funds to 38 projects in 33 communities through the 2025 Downtown Revitalization, Planning, and Public Works opportunities.

The Village of Clearwater will receive $52,500 in CDBG Planning Program funds to create a new comprehensive plan. The village will also receive $480,000 in CDBG Public Works funds for a street improvement project, including ADA sidewalk improvements.

Money for these awards come from the state's 2025 CDBG allocation and carryover from prior years. No additional fundi...