Cass County Nebraska Economic Development Council

Our businesses prove big impact doesn’t require a big city address. Maybe it’s the clean air that enhances our vision, the open spaces that let innovation run wild or the hard work that’s planted in our DNA. Tend a seed. Let it grow. That’s how our family farms thrive and our local companies become international players.

In us, they have an energetic partner and steadfast champion, an economic development organization committed to supporting and growing our business community through focused recruitment; business development assistance, guidance and referral; building and site selection services; and so much more.

Cass County Nebraska Economic Development Council (CCNEDC) is a joint venture between the county’s public and private sectors. A nonprofit membership corporation. A proud member of the Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership.

Cass County includes the cities of Plattsmouth, Eagle, Elmwood, Louisville, Murdock, Murray and Weeping Water.  The county also includes the village communities of Alvo, Avoca, Cedar Creek, Greenwood, Manley, Nehawka, South Bend and Union.

Cass County Population: 26,159
Cass County Average Employment Wage:$40,100
Number of Jobs in Cass County: 7,070
Cass County Median Household Income: $68,284; 18.4% higher than U.S.

Our Strategic Priorities

  • Activate key corridors through site development and targeted business attraction.
  • Assess housing needs and provide a framework and resources for communities to attract and maintain housing supply.
  • Prioritize the retention and expansion of existing business through consistent communication and individualized assistance.
  • Build capacity and preparedness for development through community economic development workshops.
  • Educate and involve the communities and region on the work of Cass County Nebraska Economic Development Council.

Our Mission

To attract, retain and grow businesses and jobs for all of Cass County Nebraska.

 

Proud of Our Success and Driven by It.

Over the course of five years, we have successfully landed eight projects resulting in over $14M in capital investment, and over 300 new and retained jobs. Some of our historical landed projects include:

New Age Manufacturing

Southeast Community College

Makovicka Physical Therapy

Liquid Trucking

Midwest Hops Producers

Jackman AG Properties LLC

Vireo Resources, LLC

May Trucking

One World Community Health

Witte Physical Therapy

Be Part of Our Momentum. Let’s Talk Opportunities.

Not convinced yet? We have all the information you need to make a decision about growing your business in Cass County. Take a look at our largest employers and available property on the market as well as some of our recent headlines. Contact us to learn more.

Top 10 Largest Employers
  1. Eugene T. Mahoney State Park
  2. Hy-Vee Plattsmouth
  3. Ash Grove Cement Company
  4. Masonic Home
  5. Frontier Cooperative Company
  6. Carol Joy Holling Retreat
  7. Platte River State Park
  8. Plattsmouth Elementary
  9. Transwood Inc.
  10. Louisville Public Schools

Our Quality of Life.

 

Our Team

Josh Charvat

Amanda Heistand

Cass County Nebraska Economic Development Council

808 Conagra Dr., Ste. 400
Omaha, NE 68102
Phone: 402-346-5000
Fax: 402-346-7050

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mon: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tues: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Weds: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thurs: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fri: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

*Please note, we observe Summer hours Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Chamber will close at 1 p.m. on Friday afternoons. 

Cass County Nebraska Economic Development Council

808 Conagra Dr., Ste. 400
Omaha, NE 68102
Phone: 402-346-5000
Fax: 402-346-7050

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mon: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tues: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Weds: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thurs: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fri: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

*Please note, we observe Summer hours Memorial Day through Labor Day. The Chamber will close at 1 p.m. on Friday afternoons. 

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