The Nebraska Homeowners Assistance Fund (NHAF) is available to help Nebraska homeowners who have experienced a COVID-19 related financial hardship that began or continued after January 21, 2020. The NHAF may be able to help residents stay in their home and get back on track. Funding for the NHAF program is provided by the Homeowner Assistance Fund established by the U.S. Department of Treasury as part of the congressional American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA).

The NHAF program is designed to assist homeowners with past due payments for their mortgage, utilities/internet, property taxes, insurance and/or homeowners’ association dues. The Program can also assist with future mortgage payments as well as clearing liens from a homeowner’s property. Read more from a recent news article.

Requirements

• Property must be applicant’s primary residence
• Property must be in Nebraska, and
• If you are seeking housing related expenses, provide any of the following as applicable: Past due utility or internet statement / property tax statement / Homeowner's insurance policy statement / Homeowner's association dues or condominium dues statement.

Application Process

• 1. Pass the pre-screening.
• 2. Create your account.
• 3. Complete the online application and provide documents.
• 4. Sign and submit your application.
• 5. Wait to receive application updates on your account dashboard.

At this time, the following documentation is required:

• Government issued photo ID
• Income verification documentation
• Property verification
• Other documents to satisfy applicable NHAF requirements

Apply at nebraskahaf.com

For questions that are not answered on NebraskaHAF.com, contact 844.565.7146

Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods.

The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, brand new Library, Business & Industry, and other community links.)

The City of Crete is taking applications for the position of Janitor for city facilities. Full-time, hourly position, non-exempt. Minimum qualifications include: possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license; must be at least 18 years of age; have high school diploma or GED; be legally authorized to work in the U.S. General functions: Effectively perform all janitorial needs and maintain the cleanliness of buildings owned by the City of Crete. See full job description for more information.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting the Human Resources Director at City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways: 

• Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Fax to 402-826-4334
• Mail to the attention of Wendy Thomas, Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
• Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download the job description and employment application:

• Job description 
• Application for employment 

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Wendy Thomas, Human Resources Director
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.4334
jobs@crete.ne.gov

Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods.

The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, brand new Library, Business & Industry, and other community links.)

The City of Crete is taking applications for the position of Recreation Coordinator in the Parks and Recreation Department. Full-time, hourly position, with benefits. Minimum qualifications include: possess a valid driver’s license; must be at least 21 years of age; be legally authorized to work in the U.S. General functions: Develop, organize, implement, and coordinate all aspects of the City’s recreation programs. Create plans and proposals to improve the number and quality of programs offered by the Parks & Recreation Department. Assist with general park and pool activities and maintenance. Some evening and weekend hours are required of this position. Supervisory responsibilities: Seasonal Recreation Coaches/Referees, Pool Managers, Lifeguards. This position reports to the City Administrator. See full job description for more information.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting the Human Resources Director at City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways: 

• Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Fax to 402-826-4334
• Mail to the attention of Wendy Thomas, Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
• Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download the job description and employment application:

• Job description 
• Application for employment 

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Wendy Thomas, Human Resources Director
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.4334
jobs@crete.ne.gov

Crete Public Library will host two author visits next month, Jonis Agee on Oct. 5 and William Kent Krueger on Oct. 22.

Agee, author of "The Bones of Paradise," will speak on Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 5:30 p.m. in the Crete Carrier Community Room. Appetizers will be provided from Venue Restaurant & Lounge. This presentation is made possible by Humanities Nebraska, including Nebraska Cultural Endowment. Read more about Jonis Agee.

Krueger will be the guest speaker at a dinner and presentation on Saturday, Oct. 22 in the Community room. Krueger's novel, "This Tender Land," is the featured book of this year's Crete Reads! program.

Tickets are available by advance purchase only ($25) for a buffet dinner catered by Venue. Doors open for ticket holders at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6 and author presentation at 6:30. Limited seating will be available at no cost for guests attending the presentation only at 6:30.

Tickets for the Krueger dinner must be purchased by Oct. 11 by visiting the library or calling, 402.826.3809.

Read more about William Kent Krueger. 

Crete Public Library  |  1515 Forest Ave.  |  Phone: 402.826.3809
crete.library@crete.ne.gov

City Water Department employees will flush fire hydrants and water mains on the dates and at locations below from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., weather permitting.

• Tuesday, Oct. 18: The portion of Crete south of the Burlington tracks and from Grove Avenue west to the Blue River, and that area west of the Blue River;
• Wednesday, Oct. 19: The portion of Crete north of the Burlington tracks;
• Thursday, Oct. 20: The portion of Crete south of the Burlington tracks and from Grove Avenue east.

The department regrets the inconvenience that will result from the rusty, discolored water. It is necessary to flush the hydrants and mains at intervals to clean them and to check fire hydrant condition. It is recommend laundering be postponed until the water has cleared several hours after flushing. For more information, contact the Public Works Department at City Hall.

Enjuague de hidrantes de incendios del 18, 19, 20 de octubre

Los empleados del Departamento de Agua de la Ciudad enjuagarán los hidrantes de incendios y las tuberías de agua en las fechas y en los lugares a continuación de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m., si el clima lo permite.

• Martes 18 de octubre: la porción de Crete al sur de las vías de Burlington y desde Grove Ave. hacia el oeste hasta el Blue River, y esa área al oeste del Blue River;
• Miércoles 1419de octubre: la porción de Crete al norte de las vías de Burlington;
• Jueves 20 de octubre: La porción de Crete al sur de las vías de Burlington y de Grove Ave. al este.

 El Departamento de Agua lamenta los inconvenientes que resultarán del agua oxidada y descolorida. Es necesario enjuagar los hidrantes de incendios y las tuberías principales para limpiarlos y verificar el estado de los hidrantes en caso de incendios. Se recomienda posponer el lavado hasta que el agua se haya despejado varias horas después del enjuague.