GROW SARPY

05/20/2026

Skilled trades are shaping the future of our workforce and it starts with opportunities like this!

We were proud to support the second annual trades event, bringing local students together with industry professionals to explore hands-on career pathways in the skilled trades. Events like these help students discover rewarding careers, connect with employers, and gain real-world insight into industries that keep our communities growing.

A huge thank you to all the partners, educators, and businesses who invested their time to inspire the next generation of talent. The impact on our students and our region’s future workforce is tremendous.

Platteview High School alumni Kory Kuszak (Class of 2003) and Makenna Bidrowsky (Class of 2022) recently returned to help inspire students during Grow Sarpy’s Construction and Trades Day.

From welding demonstrations with M.U.D. to cutting-edge construction technology with MCL Construction, students had the opportunity to explore hands-on career pathways directly from alumni working in the industry today.

We love seeing Trojans come home and help open doors for the next generation!

Read the story:
https://spcsne.org/alumni-and-trades-day/

04/22/2026

Today, nearly 100 high school students came out to Grow Sarpy’s annual Construction and Trades Day at the Sarpy County Fairgrounds —joining a strong group of industry, education, and workforce partners for a day of hands-on learning.

Students rotated through interactive stations with contractors, unions, and community colleges, getting a real look at career pathways, training programs, and apprenticeship opportunities in the skilled trades.

Throughout the day, one thing was clear: creating early exposure and real connections with industry professionals is key to helping bridge the skills gap.

The impact went beyond the employers involved. Students walked away with new insights to help shape their futures and a better understanding of the wide range of opportunities in the trades. Educators also saw the value in students connecting with peers from other schools and engaging directly with industry partners.

Events like this make a difference—building awareness, strengthening our talent pipeline, and opening doors to high-demand careers right here in our region.

A big thank you to all the schools, employers, unions, and education partners who helped make the day a success!

04/16/2026

We’re excited to highlight the impact this will have right here in our community.

This grant is a significant boost to our workforce and talent initiatives, especially as we continue growing programs like our Introduction to Construction & Safety Kits and, most importantly, Trades Day.

With Trades Day happening next week, we’ll be bringing together local high school students, construction companies, area colleges, and union partners for hands-on exposure to career pathways in the trades. It’s all about creating real connections, real opportunities, and a stronger talent pipeline for our region.

Opportunities like this help us keep building momentum, and we’re just getting started. Thank you, Meta, for selecting us as a grant recipient.

02/17/2026

Provide your comments on road paving improvements on 204th and Schram. Comments will be collected through March 13, 2026.

Proposed Roadway Improvements – We Want Your Input!

The City of Gretna is seeking public feedback on proposed paving and roadway improvements along 204th Street and Schram Road. The project aims to improve pavement conditions, safety, and traffic flow, including a proposed roundabout at the 204th & Schram intersection.

Construction could begin as early as Fall 2026, and we want your input on the project before plans are finalized. Comments will be collected through March 13, 2026 and can be submitted using the link below!

Review the Legal Notice and Submit Comments using the link here: https://www.gretnane.org/DocumentCenter/View/3801/204th-and-Schram-Legal-Notice-PDF

Review the Fact Sheet using the link here: https://www.gretnane.org/DocumentCenter/View/3802/204th-and-Schram-Fact-Sheet-PDF

02/12/2026

Last night, we celebrated progress and looked ahead to what’s next for Sarpy County at Grow Sarpy’s 2026 Annual Meeting.

Thank you to the investors, elected officials, business leaders, and community partners who joined us as we reflected on a strong year and set priorities for the future.

In 2025, Grow Sarpy:
• Conducted nearly 70 Business Retention & Expansion visits
• Supported 3 business expansion projects
• Continued engagement with site selectors and corporate headquarters
• Launched Trades Day, connecting students with skilled trade careers

We also installed our 2026 Board of Directors, recognized our 2025 Board, and honored outgoing Past President Jim Janicki for a decade of leadership and service.

Congratulations to our award recipients:
2026 Business Progress Award – Hawkins Construction Company
2026 Partner in Economic Development Award – Ken Mar, Habitat for Humanity of Omaha

Sarpy County’s growth doesn’t happen by accident. It happens because of strong partnerships, bold leadership, and a shared commitment to moving forward together.

Thank you for being part of it.

08/28/2025

Last night we hosted our After Hours event at the Omaha Storm Chasers game, and it was a home run! A big thank you to our event sponsors Omaha Storm Chasers and Beckenhauer Construction Inc, for helping make the night such a success. A perfect mix of networking and making memories outside the office!

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We love celebrating our investors and partners who make a difference in Sarpy County every day.

08/28/2025

Congratulations to Gretna Public Schools District 37, the staff, and everyone involved in bringing this vision to life!

Gretna Public Schools' new middle school welcomed students for the first time on Tuesday as one of three public schools opening this fall in the Omaha metro area.

07/23/2025

GROW SARPY, Greater Fremont Development Council, Gateway Development Corporation, and the Greater Omaha Chamber's Economic Development Partnership have teamed up with Omaha-Council Bluffs Metropolitan Area Planning Agency to launch a powerful new regional initiative: Collaborative Futures.

This community and economic development council brings together business leaders, educators, policymakers, and changemakers from across the Greater Omaha region — all with one goal: to shape a more connected, resilient, and innovative future.

Together, we’re sparking ideas, driving action, and aligning our region for long-term success.

Join us by registering @ https://your.omahachamber.org/ap/Events/Register/kgFyKqvizCVC1

07/07/2025

Big things are happening in southern Sarpy County! We were proud to attend the Ribbon Cutting and Commissioning Ceremony for Phase 1a of the Southern Sarpy Wastewater System (SSWS), led by the Sarpy County & Cities Wastewater Agency. With 43 miles of new pipe and 10,500 acres now primed for development, this project is a major milestone in unlocking long-term growth and opportunity for our region. Congratulations to everyone who made this critical infrastructure project a reality. We look forward to the continued progress in future phases!

07/07/2025

Big news for Gretna and all of Sarpy County! Nebraska Medicine and Noddle Companies have announced a new 125,000-square-foot health center coming to the Gretna Landing development - a project that will bring high-quality care and expanded services closer to home for our growing community.

Gretna Landing is shaping up to be a dynamic mixed-use destination, and we’re excited to see visionary partners investing in the future of Sarpy County. Congratulations to the City of Gretna, Nebraska Medicine, and Noddle Companies on this transformative project!

Today, the City of Gretna announced another major anchor to the Gretna Landing development: Nebraska Medicine will partner with Noddle Companies to build a 125,000-square-foot health center, which will open to patients in September 2027.