Community Assistance Office outreach events
Beginner Tech Class Dec. 17, Canva for Small Business Jan. 14
Beginner Tech Class: Wednesday, Dec. 17 from 5:30-7:30 p.m . Crete Carrier Community Room at Crete Public Library, 1515 Forest Ave. No experience needed, just show up and start learning: Search and find jobs near you . . .
Commercial snow removal permits
A City of Crete permit is needed to move snow in city right-of-way. Current permits are issued to applicants for the winter season, 2025-2026. Find this permit online in the Forms and Documents section or at . . .
Important information about the SNAP program
Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefit payments for the month of November 2025 are paused and will not be issued until federal funding is restored. Participants should check your EBT card and planning . . .
Public Information Meeting Oct. 26 on Historic Preservation opportunities in Crete
A public information meeting will be held on Sunday, Oct. 26, at 2 p.m. in the Crete Carrier Community Room at Crete Public Library to provide details from the city's Historic Preservation Commission on upcoming opportunities for historic . . .
Hydrant flushing Oct. 7-10
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. 7: The portion of Crete south of the Burlington tracks and . . .
"Kickin' It" martial arts program registrations due Oct. 24
Crete Recreation program signup for "Kickin' It" with Gold Star Martial Arts is open through Friday, Oct. 24. No late registrations are accepted. Registration forms are available online (RecDesk) or in the . . .
City staff recognized for years of service
Each year, City of Crete employees are presented awards for their years of loyal service to the City of Crete. This year 8 employees received service awards from Mayor Dave Bauer at an Employee Recognition event . . .
Free Car Seat Check Event Sept. 25, 5 p.m.
Crete High School parking lot, 1750 Iris Ave.
Come learn proper car seat installation by trained passenger safety technicians and feel confident with your child in their car seat. The event will be held from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25 in the Crete High School parking . . .
City Surplus Live Auction Sept. 6
The City of Crete will hold a live auction of surplus items on Saturday, Sept. 6 at 10 a.m. at Tuxedo Park. Novak Auction Service will conduct the auction of materials, equipment and vehicles. Additional items from Crete Public . . .
Toddler and Preschool Story Times held during school year
Story Times start up on Sept. 3
Two story times will be held at Crete Public Library during the 2025-2026 school year, starting in September. Toddler Story Time Ages 0-2 Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Preschool . . .
Youth Flag Football registration open through Aug. 22
Coaches and referees also needed
Crete Recreation program registration for youth Flag Football is open through Friday, Aug. 22. Registration forms and coaching and referee applications are available online or in the Recreation Office at City Hall. . . .
Downtown Revitalization Open House May 28
Crete Carrier Community Room at Crete Public Library
A Downtown Revitalization Open House will be held on Wednesday, May 28 from 4-6 p.m. in the Crete Carrier Community Room at Crete Public Library, 1515 Forest Ave. Information will be available for eligible downtown property . . .
Crete Reads 2026
Books up for selection
Next year’s Crete Reads is already taking shape. The library is pleased to share our list of 10 books under consideration for Crete Reads 2026 . The titles span a range of genres—take a look and see which stories catch your . . .
City of Crete Comprehensive Plan
The City of Crete is in the process of creating a new Comprehensive Plan to continue defining the future of the Crete community; the current Plan was created in 2014 with corresponding updates. The City Council entered into . . .
Seniors can call to sign up for Crete Meals on Wheels
Meal program for seniors starts up again
Interested clients who would like to receive Meals on Wheels deliveries in Crete can now call 402.821.3330 to sign up for the newest meal delivery program for Seniors. Calls go to the Saline County Aging Services office in Wilber. . . .
15 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do at Crete Public Library
Everyone knows Crete Public Library for their fantastic selection of adult, teen, and children's books, but there are a variety of other FREE things you can do when you visit the library. In honor of National Library Week , . . .
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
The City of Crete ChargePioint® electric vehicle charging station is located on the west edge of City Park on Linden Ave., north of the 12th Street intersection and south of the Post Office. Parking in two stalls is limited to . . .
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Library hosting open house April 9-10
Library Story Walk celebrates National Poetry Month
In honor of National Library Week (April 4-10) Crete Public Library will hold an open house on Friday, April 9 from 10 am - 5 pm and Saturday, April 10, 10 am - Noon. The theme this year is ‘Welcome back to your . . .
Downtown Revitalization Program
The City of Crete was one of five Nebraska communities awarded Downtown Revitalization (DTR) funds from Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED) in 2020. A $400,000 Community Development Block Grant . . .
Legal Notices
Currently advertised public notices and hearings of the Crete City Council and appointed boards and commissions will appear below when available. See all linked documents for information. SECTION 00 10 00 INVITATION TO BID . . .
Sign up for Emergency Alerts
Local residents can receive emergency alerts for Crete and the surrounding area by subscribing to Blue Rivers Basin Community Alert System (Gage, Jefferson, and Saline Counties). Link to set up Alert Sense free of charge: . . .