@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialOmaha Public Schools is facing a staggering $50.6 million drop in state aid due to a calculation blunder, pushing the district to propose a property tax hike and tap into reserves to balance the budget.
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialDouglas County's CFO reveals a staggering $227.3 million property-tax request for 2026, amid a 5.63% valuation increase!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialGet ready for a day of fun at the Kaw Valley Field Day, featuring a pumpkin patch, hayrack rides, food trucks, and a free outdoor concert on October 10, 2026!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialDouglas County has taken a bold step towards sustainability by adopting a comprehensive solid waste management plan aimed at reducing waste and enhancing recycling efforts.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialGet ready for a day of fun at the Kaw Valley Field Day on October 10, 2026, featuring a pumpkin patch, food trucks, and live music—all for free!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialDouglas County Commissioners are stepping up to advocate for Haskell Indian Nations University, urging the federal government for crucial funding and timely accreditation support.
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialElkhorn Public Schools is stepping up for their teachers with a 4.32% budget increase and starting salaries hitting $48,322 for new educators!
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialBennington Public Schools is experiencing a staggering 70% enrollment growth over the past decade, prompting bold plans for a new high school and significant budget changes!
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialResidents are demanding transparency from officials over questionable spending, including a $27 million juvenile facility that sits unused while taxes continue to rise.
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialDouglas County's CFO reveals a staggering certified taxable value of $78 billion for 2026, all while proposing to keep the levy unchanged—what does this mean for your property taxes?
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialResidents are outraged as sudden property valuation spikes leave many scrambling to contest drastic tax increases, with one homeowner facing a shocking $100,000 hike in just two days!
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialOmaha Public Schools faces a staggering $50.6 million loss in state aid due to a calculation error, prompting a proposed levy increase that could impact homeowners across Douglas County.
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@citizenptnewsga.bsky.socialDouglas County is set to enhance road safety and reduce congestion with a $1.09 million roundabout project and several key transportation contracts!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialLocal farmer Robert Dickerson is urging Douglas County to tackle food waste head-on by turning organic diversion from an afterthought into a proactive goal—could a pilot project be the key to a greener future?
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialHeartland is bracing for potential payment changes in 2027, citing a shift in payer mix driven by increased pediatric services and a current PPS rate of $359.62.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialDouglas and Jefferson counties have taken a bold step toward sustainability by adopting a new solid waste management plan that tackles the challenges of waste generation and organics diversion head-on.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialHeartland Community Health Center reveals a staggering increase in outpatient psychiatry services, now serving over 1,400 unique patients quarterly—yet they urgently need six more full-time providers to keep up!
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialDouglas County is boosting employee life insurance from $15,000 to $50,000 while switching providers to Lincoln Financial, all while saving on overall benefits costs!
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialDouglas County just approved an $18 million conduit bond to support Outlook Nebraska's expansion, paving the way for a major boost in employment for visually impaired individuals!
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@citizenptnewsne.bsky.socialDouglas County just approved major HR benefit updates, including a significant boost in life insurance and a controversial shift in pharmacy policies that could save the county hundreds of thousands!
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