Homelessness in Nebraska local government
What Nebraska city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about homelessness — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
23 Nebraska meetings since 2024 covered homelessness. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Nebraska with the most homelessness activity
- St. Paul, NE (4)
- Carroll, NE (4)
- Gresham, NE (3)
- Fremont, NE (2)
- Fullerton, NE (2)
- Taylor, NE (2)
- Imperial, NE (1)
- Memphis, NE (1)
- Hastings, NE (1)
- Bennet, NE (1)
- Clearwater, NE (1)
- Holdrege, NE (1)
Latest matching meetings
Committee to review post-encampment closure response and Catholic Charities update
The Public Safety Committee will hear two staff reports: one on the city's response after closing encampments, and another on Catholic Charities operations. No votes are scheduled; the items are for discussion and information.
City Council to continue public hearing on Mayor's Encampment Plan
The City Council is holding a special meeting to continue a public hearing regarding the Mayor's Encampment Plan. Residents may provide live testimony or submit written comments for the public record.
Veterans Advisory Council sets 2026 goals, discusses VSO remodel and Flying Doctors return
The Veterans Advisory Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt its 2026 goals, which include expanding veteran healthcare, addressing homelessness, and improving outreach. The council will also plan its August meeting and receive member reports. The agenda includes a list of proposed goals…
City Council holds public hearing on Mayor's Encampment Plan
The St. Paul City Council will convene a special meeting on July 22, 2026 to conduct a public hearing on the Mayor's Encampment Plan. Council members Kim, Noecker, Johnson, Yang, Bowie, Coleman and Jost are listed as sponsors. Residents may submit written comments by noon the day before or provide up to two minutes of…
Public Safety Committee to discuss Mayor's Encampment Release Plan
The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the Mayor's Encampment Release Plan. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
Board to discuss homelessness in downtown Fremont
The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly take action on homelessness in the downtown area, along with Christmas decorations and a report on city parking lots. The board will also consider the speaker system and receive committee and MainStreet reports.
Commissioners to vote on forest conservation updates and $1.7M radio maintenance contract
The Carroll County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to Chapter 150, Forest Conservation, and vote on several contracts, including a $1.69M maintenance agreement for public safety radio systems. The board will also discuss annexation comments for Mount Airy, homeless services…
Committee reviews updates on women's shelter and park projects
The Housing and Community Development Committee will receive presentations and updates on three specific projects. These include the Hospitality Hub Women’s Shelter and developments in District 4.
Commissioners to decide on $340,820 in park grants and forest conservation updates
The Carroll County Board of Commissioners will hold a public session to decide on allocations for municipal park projects, hazardous-materials training grants, forest-conservation code updates, and a family-shelter renovation. Several items require formal votes; others will be briefed for information.
Board to discuss homeless, Christmas decorations, and downtown upgrades
The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly take action on homelessness downtown, Christmas decorations, parking lots, trashcans, benches, picnic tables, the speaker system, and green space for pets. The previous meeting noted a $40,000 shortfall for Christmas decorations and the city's…
Carroll County considers water and sewer rate increases for FY27
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on extending a deferral for self-storage facilities in the Freedom District. The board is also reviewing proposed utility rate increases and several grant applications for homelessness and aging services.
Council considers loan for Wastewater Upper Plant Nitrification project
The City Council will review several resolutions including a loan for wastewater improvements and fees for temporary emergency shelters. The body will also discuss contracting for the reconstruction of Fire Station #74 and property acquisition for 181st Avenue safety improvements.
EPA Superfund site update and pet shelter presentation
The Hastings City Council will discuss an update on the EPA Superfund site status and receive a presentation from Heartland Pet Connection. No formal votes are expected as this is a worksession.
Board to decide on $76,743 zoning code review contract and $30,319 courthouse security grant
The Carroll County Board of Commissioners will discuss and vote on several grants and zoning-related items. Key decisions include approving a $76,743 contract for zoning code revisions and a $30,319 state grant for courthouse security upgrades. The board will also hear updates on community support grants, homeless…
Council considers new temporary emergency shelter regulations
The City Council will discuss establishing code regulations for temporary emergency shelters. The body is also reviewing a lease for a new police training headquarters and a contract for cloud and software services.
Board to review report on low-barrier emergency shelter for unsheltered population
The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners will receive a report of findings and recommendations regarding the Lincoln Lancaster Initiative to Navigate the Community’s Unsheltered Population. The board will also discuss meetings attended by members and review the upcoming meeting schedule.
City Council to discuss Temporary Emergency Shelters code
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss potential code requirements for Temporary Emergency Shelters. The discussion covers permitted locations, fees, site layout, and operational standards.
Fullerton City Council to consider $2 million lease for ambulances
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss financing for the City-Operated Ambulance Program and a ban on the unlawful sale of nitrous oxide. The body is also reviewing homelessness response strategies and road improvements on Associated Road.
Council to vote on $174,970 homeless outreach grant for police
The Taylor City Council will consider a $174,970 grant for the Police Department's Homeless Outreach and Referral Program, along with a zoning amendment for automobile storage facilities. They will also vote on multiple contracts and purchases, including $50,000 for fire department 5G modems and laptops, and various…
Parks Board to discuss homelessness and board structure
The Parks and Recreation Board will convene to approve minutes from a prior meeting and discuss new business items including homelessness, park updates, and the future of the board.
Commission to vote on conditional use permit for long-term supportive housing at Plains Motel site
The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one on the Iron Horse Ag Redevelopment Plan's conformance with the city comprehensive plan and redevelopment area plan, and another on a conditional use permit from John and Janalou Konzack to allow multi-family housing on Lots 3-16, Block 2 (the former Plains…
Fullerton Council considers transition to city-operated ambulance program
The City Council and Successor Agency will discuss transitioning ambulance services to a city-operated program. The body is also considering several ordinances regarding camping, critical infrastructure, and housing regulations, as well as various grant fund appropriations.
Council to nominate and appoint new member to fill vacant seat
The City Council will consider nominating and appointing a new member to fill a vacant council seat. Other major items include up to $400,000 for concrete repairs on local roads, $290,000 for Monroe Boulevard pavement restorations, and $52,746 for an animal shelter access control system. A budget amendment for March…