Prioritizing Investments in Its People, City of Fremont Generates 2,000+ Jobs, $200+ Million in Capital Projects
22 Feb 2025
The Department of Economic Development (DED) has recognized ongoing efforts to enhance workforce development and business attraction in the City of Fremont (pop. 27,382). DED honored the city’s recertification in the Economic Development Certified Community (EDCC) program during a special meeting on Wednesday, February 19th. DED’s Southeast Business Development Consultant Dave Honz presented the award to city leaders and members of the Greater Fremont Development Council (GFDC). The state has recognized the city’s ongoing leadership in the program, which requires recertification every five years, since Fremont’s original designation in 2006.
Fremont is one of 38 communities to earn EDCC certification in the program, which is sponsored by the Nebraska Diplomats and administered by DED. Nebraska leaders established the program in 2005 to recognize communities for preparedness to attract new industries and expand existing businesses. Qualifying communities must create local development programs that engage business leaders and support an environment for economic growth. This includes documenting available sites and buildings and implementing strategic planning.
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