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Has COVID-19 Made You Consider Moving to a Town Like Falls City?

Thursday, July 16, 2020

The recent global pandemic has given many people a reason to reevaluate where they live, how they work and where they want to raise their family. For many, the question has become, “Do I really want to live in a big city or crowded suburb?” Granted, both offer unique benefits such as access to a wider range of cultural activities. But, the past five months have shown that amenities like museums are easy to shut down, as can city parks and playgrounds. Then, what’s left is a small condo or home in a high-priced neighborhood. In Falls City, our community member...

Falls City Ordinance Gives More Authority to the Health Department

Wednesday, July 15, 2020

The City Of Falls City Is In The Process Of Adopting Ordinance 2020-101 Relating To Control Of The Prevention Of Spread Of Communicable Disease, Illness, Or Poisoning And Adoption Of Rules And Regulations For The Prevention Of Spread Of Communicable Disease, Illness, Or Poisoning. The Ordinance ensures that the Health Department has the authority it needs to make decisions related to public health and to receive support in enforcing them. Here is what the Ordinance represents for the citizens of Falls City: The City of Falls City hereby adopts the Regulations for the Prevention of Spread of Communicable Disease, Illness, or Poisoning a...

Falls City is Reopening Safely

Tuesday, July 14, 2020

COVID-19 has required us all to take a high level of precaution in our daily lives. Closures were temporarily required and, now, some things are starting to open back up again. But, it’s important that we open safely and take the necessary steps to ensure that our community doesn’t have an outbreak. The Mayor and City Council has been thoughtful and has carefully considered what to open and how, in accordance with guidance put out by Governor Ricketts and health professionals. We appreciate their leadership and willingness to tackle these issues, because they are not easy. Falls City Aquatic Center Open When openin...

Falls City Aquatic Center will open on June 15, 2020

Friday, June 12, 2020

Falls City Aquatic Center will open on June 15, 2020 under the following guidelines and DHM’s in place by Governor Ricketts: General Rules appropriate signage will be placed prior to entry and throughout pool area 3 open swim sessions 90 minutes in length (1 pm, 3pm and 5pm) lap swimming and aerobics from 7pm to 745pm capacity of the pool will be 100 patrons per session. signup will be required the day before to secure your attendance for the following day. -patrons can call the Aquatic Center between 1pm to 7pm to make reservations. patrons swimming will have their temperature checked, no person with a temperature ove...

NOTICE: City Ball Fields and Parks will open on June 1, 2020 at 6:00 A.M.

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

When at City owned parks and ball fields, follow CDC Guidelines for COVID-19 and other communicable diseases. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html Restrooms at all city owned parks will remain closed except during scheduled ball games. Opening of the Falls City Aquatic Park for the 2020 season will be discussed at the City Council Meeting on June 1, 2020. For information on this meeting or other city meetings check out our website at: http://www.fallscitynebraska.org/ or Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/CityofFallsCityNE/ For questions, please contact city office at 402-245-2851. City of Falls City Mayor Bindle

Falls City, NE Launches Redesigned Website

Friday, May 15, 2020

FALLS CITY, NE-- Falls City, NE recently launched a redesigned website to further strengthen its online presence, and create a tool that depicts all the great amenities that Falls City has to offer. “We are excited to launch this new website that has a fresh look that will make navigating much more efficient,’” said Gary Jorn, City Administrator.. The website features things such as meetings, the community, services, utilities, form, tourism/recreation, bill payment and employment. One big improvement was in making sure that there is easy access to the city council agenda, minutes, and the many forms available to download. Falls City selecte...

Falls City Is Participating in the 2020 U.S. Census During COVID-19

Friday, May 01, 2020

Falls City residents are encouraged to participate in the Census. COVID-19 has certainly caused business disruptions but the Census is still ongoing and important to our community. What is the U.S. Census? The U.S. Census is conducted in the United States every 10 years. The Census aims to count the entire population of the United States. The Census asks American households certain questions such as sex, age, and race of each person in the household. These demographics help determine congressional representation and how much funding each state, county, and community received of the $675 billion per year in federal funding. These fund...

City office and all city owned facilities will remain closed through May 15, 2020

Tuesday, April 28, 2020

City office and all city owned facilities will remain closed through May 15, 2020. This allows ample time for city staff to put into place safeguards for staff and the public. The City office will open on May 18, 2020 and will return to their regular hours of work from 7am to 5pm. Online bill paying fees, late charges, disconnect fees will be waived through May 31, 2020. Utility Customers who have outstanding utility bills need to submit a letter to the utility office stating reasons they have been unable to pay their bill due to COVID-19 and agree to a paymen...

How Falls City Businesses Can Access the Paycheck Protection Program

Monday, April 06, 2020

Many Falls City businesses are searching for information on federal loan and grant programs designed to offer financial assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Paycheck Protection Program is what people have heard about being ‘forgivable’. Read more to learn about the details of this forgivable loan program and how to access it. What is the Paycheck Protection Program? The objective of this loan program is to provide small businesses with the capital they need to continue making payroll for an eight-week period occurring between February 15, 2020 and June 30, 2020. Small businesses who have less than 500 employees are eligible t...

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Assistance: What Falls City Businesses Need to Know

Monday, April 06, 2020

Falls City businesses who have been negatively impacted by COVID-19, either directory or because of their customers and suppliers, may qualify for the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan. Those who have been asking questions can receive detailed information here and should also schedule a meeting to speak with their local banker. Who Can Apply for the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan? Applicants must meet the SBA requirements of a small business (500 employees or fewer) Businesses directly affected by COVID-19 Businesses that offer services directly related to the businesses in the declaration. In other words, if your business serves small businesses impacted by COVID-1...

COVID-19 National Business Resources

Saturday, April 04, 2020

Federal and state government entities and nonprofits are working together to control the spread of the coronavirus and to support the businesses and individuals impacted by the virus and/or the protective measures being taken. Click Here to View a National Database of COVID-19 Resources

Drinking Water Safe During COVID-19 Pandemic

Tuesday, March 24, 2020

As Nebraskans are taking preventative measures against COVID-19, the Drinking Water division of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) would like to remind everyone that drinking water remains safe to use. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that COVID-19 has not been detected in drinking water, and that conventional water treatment methods of filtration and disinfection — which are in most municipal drinking water systems — should remove or inactivate the virus causing COVID-19. “Common disinfection methods used in water and wastewater treatment are expected to be effective for inactivation of coronaviruses when executed properly," sai...

Mayor Announcement: COVID-19

Tuesday, March 17, 2020

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