Contacts

The Panhandle Area Development District (PADD) was organized in 1973.  It is a voluntary organization of member local governments and private sector representatives working together to improve the economy and quality of life in their communities and the Panhandle region.

PADD is governed by a Board of Directors composed of county commissioners, city and village representatives, natural resource districts, and private individuals representing minorities, economic development organizations, health care, education, industry and agriculture.

Services:

Planning:

Economic Development Planning and Research

Community Development Planning

Tourism Planning

Housing Development Plans

Strategic Planning

Housing Market Studies

Comprehensive Plans

Technical assistance in the areas of:

Grant Writing

Grant Administration

Research

Community Development

Economic Development

Tourism Development

Development control and incentive assistance:

Zoning Ordinances

Subdivision Regulations

Tax Increment Financing

Nebraska Economic Development Corporation (NEDCO)

Information clearinghouse for:

US Census Data

Grant and Loan Programs--Federal, State and Private Sector

Regional, State and US Contacts

The "how to's" of Community and Economic Development