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Fremont LB840 Goes to a Vote in May
Feb 14 2024In January, the Fremont City Council unanimously approved submitting the question of adopting the city’s 2024-2039 Local Option Economic Development Plan to registered voters at the May 14 primary election. The plan calls for the city to spend one-third of collected revenue on each of the following:Financing an Economic Development Plan;Police...
Developing Youth Talent Initiative (DYTI) Funding: A Boost for Career Exploration in Fremont, Nebraska
Nov 29 2023In partnership with Fremont Public Schools, the Greater Fremont Development Council, Nebraska, has recently secured two significant grants through the Developing Youth Talent Initiative (DYTI) program, administered by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development. These grants are set to bring about a transformative change in the career development opportunities available...
Manufacturing Month is an annual event throughout the United States, and in Fremont, Dodge County, it is a particularly significant occasion. This October, Fremont proudly joins the nationwide celebration to highlight the importance of the manufacturing industry. The statistics from 2022 and early data from 2023 vividly show how crucial...
Fremont came alive on August 25th and 26th, 2023, as MainStreet of Fremont Inc. proudly presented the much-anticipated Fremont Hispanic Festival. This two-day cultural extravaganza was a vibrant celebration of Hispanic traditions and influences, featuring family-friendly activities, live music, traditional dances, art exhibitions, and mouth-watering Hispanic cuisine. The festival brought...
Nebraska is the 16th largest state by size, with only 1.9 million residents. Nebraska’s capital, Lincoln, is not necessarily its biggest city; that title goes to Omaha, with 859,770 people calling it home. Some of Nebraska’s lesser-known destinations are however considered to be local favorites, as these small towns are...
Teacher externships have emerged as a unique and transformative professional development opportunity, forging a connection between the classroom and the workplace. These programs enable educators to step out of their traditional roles and into the real-world environments of various industries, enriching their teaching practices and enhancing student learning by bringing...
Fremont, Nebraska, a city with a solid commitment to its residents' well-being and leisure activities, is home to a vibrant Parks and Recreation Department that is pivotal in enhancing the community's quality of life. With a mission to provide top-notch leisure services and facilities while preserving the environment, the department...
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The Greater Fremont Development Council (GFDC) announces low-cost loans for qualifying homeowners and developers. The $1.5 million Nebraska Rural Workforce Housing Fund grant targets a range of properties to increase quality and affordable housing in Fremont.
FREMONT, Neb. – Rundown homes and vacant lots in...
Workforce development plays a crucial role in the growth and success of any community. The Greater Fremont Development Council (GFDC) has implemented several initiatives to enhance workforce attraction and development to bridge the gap between educational institutions, businesses, and the community. The initiatives below illustrate the efforts of GFDC and...
SkillsUSA is an organization that aims to ensure America has a skilled workforce by empowering students to become world-class workers, leaders, and responsible American citizens. It is a nonprofit national education association that serves middle-school, high-school, and college/post-secondary students preparing for careers in trade, technical, and skilled service occupations. With...
Small businesses are the backbone of local communities, and in 2023, the Greater Fremont Development Council is proud to offer a series of Small Business Education sessions, aimed at providing valuable tools and insights to help these businesses thrive. The series began with a successful session on Excel 101, and...
The state of Nebraska’s longest serving governor, Dave Heineman is among Mayor Joey Spellerberg’s appointees to Fremont’s first inland port authority board. The proposed 1,500-acre industrial site and logistics hub is a long-term effort to promote economic development in eastern Nebraska, including greater Fremont and the Omaha metropolitan area...
Building Career Opportunity Awareness in Fremont
Mar 13 2023Workforce retention and development is an important part of the equation for a healthy economy here in Fremont. Fortunately, Fremont High School has a program called School to Career that gives local high school students the opportunity to learn about the career paths available right here in our community, and...
The state of Nebraska’s first inland port authority gives Fremont’s future new momentum. The new port authority district is 1,500 acres of prime land for industrial development just south of the city of Fremont in Dodge County, Nebraska.
(FREMONT, NEB.) – For city and county leaders, the Fremont-Dodge Municipal...
Greater Fremont Development Council: Addressing the challenges of rural workforce housing
Feb 10 2023In 2017 the Greater Fremont Development Council commissioned its first housing study to take a look at the availability and demand of inventory across Dodge County, this study was then updated in 2020. The conclusion confirmed what we expected, there simply was not enough housing in the county to have...
Whether you’re looking for a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, to try a new cuisine, or to grab a quick bite, there are so many places to choose from in the Greater Fremont area. Here are a few of the excellent, and diverse, dining options in Greater Fremont:...
The Small Business Education Series covers a variety of topics to meet the needs of aspiring and current small business owners.
The Greater Fremont Development Council (GFDC) launched a Small Business Education Series earlier this year, with each session covering a new topic of interest to small business owners...
Small Business Saturday is on November 26. With the holidays approaching, it’s the perfect time to shop local and support all the stores and restaurants in the Greater Fremont area, and it’s also a great reminder about how important it is to support our local businesses all year long...
Celebrating Manufacturing Month in Fremont
Oct 26 2022Fremont is home to global manufacturing companies that are producing goods using the latest technologies and the raw materials that are plentiful in Nebraska. Throughout Manufacturing Month, we at the Greater Fremont Development Council (GFDC) are celebrating these companies for their employment opportunities and innovations that grow our economy...
The Small Business Education Series began this spring and covers a wide range of topics of interest to aspiring and current small business owners.
Earlier this year the Greater Fremont Development Council (GFDC) launched a Small Business Education Series, with each session covering a topic relevant to small business...
The Small Business Education Series began this spring and covers a wide range of topics of interest to aspiring and current small business owners.
Earlier this year the Greater Fremont Development Council (GFDC) launched a Small Business Education Series, with each session covering a topic relevant to small business...
Pictured left to right: Matt Mueller - FNBO, Dan Wiesen - Erikson & Brooks, Preston Walford - Eric Luebbe, and David Mitchell - Yost Law Firm
If you missed our last Small Business Education Series session, check out the article below! This session was a panel...
Matthew Mueller, Board Member
First National Bank of Omaha
Website Link: https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/board-of-directors
Why do you believe in the Greater Fremont Development Council?
GFDC and their connection with the Omaha business community allows for growth opportunities in the Fremont Community that historically were not available. The exposure to...
Diane A. Mallette, Chairman
Structural Component Systems, LLC
Website Link: https://www.fremontecodev.org/about-us/board-of-directors
Why do you believe in the Greater Fremont Development Council?
In order for any community to thrive, we must continue to focus on employment opportunities and housing growth for individuals to consider moving to the Greater...