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Gage County just hit pause on new data-center permits for a full year, paving the way for tailored regulations that could reshape the future of the tech landscape!

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Gage County imposes 12‑month moratorium on data‑center permits to allow rule‑making
The board approved Resolution 26‑19 to impose a 12‑month moratorium on data‑center permits while Planning & Zoning and staff develop county‑specific regulations and coordinate with state guidance; the vote was unanimous.
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September 18, 2026 at 11:44 AM
In a decisive move, the Gage County Board has enacted an eight-month moratorium on data-center permits, responding to residents' concerns about economic impacts.

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Gage County board approves 8-month moratorium on data-center permits after public concern
After multiple residents urged a pause on new projects, the Gage County Board approved an eight-month moratorium on data-center facility permits with the option to extend and separately scheduled a public hearing to consider an 18-month moratorium.
citizenportal.ai
August 13, 2026 at 1:14 AM
Gage County has just secured an astounding $22.7 million in federal funding, set to revitalize local infrastructure and ease taxpayer burdens!

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Gage County wins $22.7 million federal grant to rebuild bridges, repave roads
County staff announced a $22,700,000 federal grant, with a $1,000,000 local match, to fund the Clayton and Hickory Road transportation and safety project, including replacement of three bridges and about eight miles of roadway; officials said the award substantially reduces local taxpayer burden.
citizenportal.ai
July 10, 2026 at 3:31 AM
Gage County is considering an 18-month moratorium on data centers to protect local resources amidst growing public concern over water usage and environmental impacts.

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Gage County supervisors weigh 18-month moratorium, targeted rules for data centers
Supervisors discussed findings from Planning & Zoning and public hearings on data centers, including a proposed 18-month moratorium to allow the county time to craft project-specific regulations; water use and limits of county authority were focal concerns.
citizenportal.ai
July 2, 2026 at 1:23 PM
Gage County is stepping up its behavioral health game with new funding requests and ambitious initiatives that could transform the lives of hundreds in the region!

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Region V and APACE present service reports to Gage County supervisors; Region V requests county match certification
Region V Services outlined behavioral-health services, county-match figures and pending grants including a potential SAMHSA award; APACE presented its annual report on developmental-disability services and said it is not requesting county funding.
citizenportal.ai
June 13, 2026 at 1:39 AM
John Cannon of NACO revealed crucial legislative updates and resources designed to empower Gage County officials and enhance local governance.

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NACO executive director outlines state bills and county resources to Gage County supervisors
John Cannon, executive director of the Nebraska Association of County Officials, briefed the Gage County Board on organizational resources, workshops and recent state legislation affecting counties (including LB596 and LB663), and encouraged local engagement with state senators and NACO training opportunities.
citizenportal.ai
June 13, 2026 at 1:21 AM
Gage County just approved a significant four-year contract with the Fraternal Order of Police, paving the way for enhanced stability in local law enforcement!

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Gage County approves four-year collective bargaining agreement with Fraternal Order of Police; board moves into closed-session negotiations
Supervisors voted 6-0 to accept a four-year contract offer from the Fraternal Order of Police, effective July 1, 2024–June 30, 2028, and then recessed into a closed session for negotiations; meeting minutes record the chair leaving during closed session and the board re-opening at 9:45 a.m.
citizenportal.ai
June 1, 2026 at 12:57 AM
Gage County's Board of Supervisors made pivotal decisions, including a controversial green light for jail financing with a lone proposal from DA Davidson, setting the stage for significant county developments.

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Gage County board accepts single RFP for jail financing and approves several contracts and equipment purchases
At its May 13 meeting the Gage County Board accepted a single RFP response from DA Davidson to lead jail project bond financing, approved continuing and amending county contracts (inmate phone services, Codex RFID inmate-management, Summit Food Services amendment), and approved a year-6 buyout and maintenance agreement for the county’s Live Scan fingerprint system with EDEMIA.
citizenportal.ai
May 21, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Beverly Acton is one step closer to transforming her farm into a vibrant catering kitchen and event center, but will local concerns about traffic and noise stand in the way?

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Gage County holds hearing on Acton special-use permit for commercial event center; P&Z recommends approval
At a May 13 public hearing, Beverly Acton described plans to convert a farm building into a commercial assembly building and catering kitchen for events of roughly 150 people; planning and zoning recommended approval and the board closed the hearing and said the permit will be on a future agenda for a vote.
citizenportal.ai
May 21, 2026 at 2:59 PM
The Gage County Board of Supervisors has greenlit a controversial poultry facility permit, sparking intense debate over the necessity of a protective tree buffer to mitigate odors and biosecurity risks.

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Gage County approves poultry special-use permit after debate over tree buffer
After extended debate and several failed amendment proposals, the Gage County Board of Supervisors approved Resolution 26-05, granting special-use permit 2026-2 for a poultry facility in Nemaha Township; the board rejected a full-perimeter three-row tree-buffer amendment but heard extensive testimony on vegetation as odor mitigation and biosecurity risks.
citizenportal.ai
May 7, 2026 at 6:11 AM
A groundbreaking $3 million HRSA grant is set to transform opioid recovery efforts in Gage County by pairing peer support specialists with law enforcement to help those in crisis find the treatment they need.

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Gage County board hears presentation on $3 million HRSA grant for peer-support partnership with law enforcement
CHI Health Saint Mary’s representatives described a $3 million HRSA Rural Communities Opioid Response grant covering Southeast Nebraska and outlined a peer-support program that pairs certified peer specialists with law enforcement to connect people to treatment and wraparound services in rural communities, including Gage County.
citizenportal.ai
April 25, 2026 at 3:47 AM
Gage County officials are grappling with the balance between attracting industrial investment and preserving precious water resources, leading to an important review of data-center regulations.

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Gage County supervisors send data-center review to planning and zoning after water, tax concerns
After a lengthy debate over water use, tax base and community impacts, the Gage County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously April 1 to send a review of data-center and large industrial-user regulations to the county Planning & Zoning Commission for study and recommendation.
citizenportal.ai
April 10, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Gage County is taking a stand on road construction delays by enforcing strict deadlines and penalties for contractors—will this be the solution to their past problems?

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Gage County approves road construction awards, sets strict schedules after past delays
The Gage County Board of Supervisors opened multiple bids and awarded several road projects March 18, requiring firm start and finish dates after prior scheduling problems. The highway department will monitor 50‑calendar‑day per‑site completion windows and may apply liquidated damages for missed deadlines.
citizenportal.ai
March 26, 2026 at 3:10 PM
A groundbreaking solar proposal in Gage County promises to harness nearly 1 megawatt of clean energy while prioritizing local ecology with a comprehensive vegetation plan!

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Gage County supervisors hear ISI Solar pitch for sub‑1 MW array; vegetative plan, interconnection discussed
Representatives from ISI Solar and local utilities presented a proposal to build an under‑1‑megawatt solar array on property in Gage County, outlining equipment, a vegetation plan and interconnection details; supervisors asked about screening, Buy American rules and grid connection.
citizenportal.ai
October 24, 2025 at 6:24 PM