Falls City, NE News

Falls City Awarded with a Nebraska Arts Council Certification Grant

Friday, September 01, 2023

FALLS CITY IS RECOGNIZED AS AN OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED NEBRASKA CREATIVE DISTRICTFalls City was recently named a certified Nebraska Creative District and was awarded a $10,000 Nebraska Arts Council Certification Grant. The Nebraska Creative District Program utilizes the arts as an economic driver to support communities in Nebraska by telling their stories and elevating the value of the arts.The Falls City Creative district is defined as Stone, Chase and Barada Streets from 14th to 21st Street which encompasses a large number of creative businesses including the Falls City Library & Arts Center, Prichard Auditorium, multiple galleries and museums, restaurants and bars,...

Wilderness Falls III Groundbreaking - Affordable Senior Housing Development in Falls City, Nebraska

Thursday, August 10, 2023

Midwest Housing Initiatives and Excel Development Group are hosting a groundbreaking event for the Wilderness Falls III aﬀordable housing development at 10:30 AM on Friday, August 18th, 2023 at W 31st and Victory Way, Falls City, Nebraska 68355 (South of the Community Medical Center). The groundbreaking will celebrate the beginning of the construction of the Wilderness Falls III aﬀordable senior (55+) housing development which will consist of the new construction of 8 duplexes (16 units) and an outdoor exercise area tailored to seniors. All 16 units are two bedrooms and one bathroom. “As Mayor of Falls...

2023 Downtown Revitalization Program - Pre-Applications Due August 7, 2023

Thursday, July 06, 2023

Attention building owners and stakeholders of Falls City! We are thrilled to announce the launch of the 2023 Pre-Application for the Falls City Downtown Revitalization Program. This is your chance to be part of a transformative initiative aimed at creating a vibrant and cohesive downtown district. The program's primary focus is to support commercial rehabilitation and enhance the overall appearance of downtown properties. By participating in this program, you can access grant funds to make much-needed improvements to your building, including façade enhancements and addressing code violations. Completing the pre-application does not obligate you to participate; it simply...

Download the official City of Falls City, NE mobile app |

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Introducing the City of Falls City, NE Official Mobile App! Stay connected with your municipality like never before with our brand-new mobile app. Whether you're a resident, visitor, or business owner, our app is designed to provide you with seamless access to all the services and information you need. Download it today and experience the convenience at your fingertips. Key Features: News and Updates: Get the latest news, announcements, and updates directly from the municipality. Stay informed about events, public notices, and community initiatives with optional push notifications. Service Requests: Submit service requests right from your...

Call Before You Dig!!!

Friday, April 14, 2023

April is National Safe Digging Month, a great reminder to always contact 811 before you dig! No matter how small your next home digging project is, remember to keep yourself and your community safe by contacting 811 to have the approximate location of buried utilities marked with paint or flags before breaking ground. Learn more at 811beforeyoudig.com.

***NOTICE: PERMITTED HAWKER APPROVAL - 7.20.2023***

Thursday, July 20, 2023

***NOTICE: PERMITTED HAWKER APPROVAL - 7.20.2023*** We are pleased to inform you that the city has granted permission to a licensed hawker, Mr. Artyom Chasnovich, to operate within our community for the next couple of weeks. This approval comes after thorough vetting and adherence to all necessary regulations and guidelines. Hawker's Name: Artyom Chasnovich Mr. Artyom Chasnovich is an authorized sales representative who has met all the required standards set by the city. He has been granted permission to conduct legitimate sales activities throughout our city. His offerings have been reviewed and approved, ensuring that they meet...

Upgrades at Water Tower Mini Park

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

This summer, the Water Tower Mini Park at West 26th & Crook Street underwent upgrades including a new park sign with flower bed in addition to the play equipment being refurbished and improved, ensuring endless fun for visitors. We are proud to recognize the remarkable efforts of Ace Harkendorff, who spearheaded the completion of the park sign as part of his Eagle Scout project. Thanks to everyone involved with the projects!

Curious about the purpose and frequent fluctuations of the PCA and PGA lines on your utility bill?

Monday, July 10, 2023

Curious about the purpose and frequent fluctuations of the PCA and PGA lines on your utility bill? To provide greater clarity and transparency, we have introduced a new webpage on our website titled "Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) and Purchased Gas Cost Adjustment (PGA)." This webpage not only explains the significance and purpose of the PCA and PGA lines displayed on your utility bill but also includes a log of current and historical adjustments for your reference. The PCA is a mechanism that permits utilities to regularly adjust the price of electricity to reflect fluctuations in the cost of...

Fire Hydrant Flushing Completed

Monday, June 12, 2023

City crews recently flushed and inspected a total of 214 fire hydrants in the past few weeks. As a result, a few of these hydrants required repairs and were taken "Out of Service." When hydrants are taken out of service, they are covered or bagged in the field to indicate their non-operational status, and emergency services are informed about it. Apart from removing sediment from the water lines, the regular flushing of hydrants serves the purpose of determining their flow rates for emergency situations. The Falls City Volunteer Fire Department paints the tops of the hydrants with specific colors...

Zone 8 Gas Main Replacement Project Commences

Friday, June 02, 2023

The Zone 8 Gas Main Replacement Project will commence on Monday, June 5, 2023. This project includes the replacement of approximately 8000 feet of gas main and 100 customer gas service lines. City staff has coordinated with all customers that are affected by this project and will continue to provide direct coordination to those customers regarding schedule of work and intermittent closures within alley easements.

Happy Lineworker Appreciation Day

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Happy Lineworker Appreciation Day! Lineman Appreciation Day is observed on April 18 every year. This day honors the hard work that women and men put in to keep the power on. These people work around the clock to provide light to family households and any other premises. Lineworkers are truly dedicated since they have to climb hundreds of feet above the ground with precarious harnesses. They also handle live wires that, if improperly handled, can easily lead to them losing their lives in massive jolts of electricity while simultaneously blacking out entire sections of the city. Today...

15 Ton Crankshaft Repair

Friday, February 17, 2023

Crankshaft repair for Engine 5 at the Falls City Power Plant is underway. Engine 5 is a Fairbanks-Morse, duel fuel, 2800 horsepower, 8 cylinder engine installed in 1951. It is capable of generating 1.8 megawatts of electricity which is about 12% of the watts needed to power the entire town. The engine is utilized under emergency operation only limited to 100 hours/year of operation. In 2021, the engine had a catastrophic failure causing warping of the 15-ton crankshaft which required repair. The city contracted with Farabee Mechanical which is based out of Hickman, NE to perform the repairs. The crankshaft...

Vacant Property Registration

Wednesday, December 28, 2022

Ordinance 2022-112 requiring registration of both residential and commercial vacant/abandoned properties was adopted by the City of Falls City on December 5th, 2022. The ordinance places a duty on the owner of vacant/abandoned properties to register the property with the city. Vacant/abandoned properties have been neglected by their owners, leaving it up to the city to keep them from becoming crime magnets, fire hazards, or dumping grounds and overwhelming city resources. Property owners can register a vacant property by submitting a completed Vacant Property Registration Form to City Hall. There is no fee for initial registration. Property owners can find additional information...

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