--- title: Gibbon Secures $488,000 in CDBG Funding to Revitalize Downtown and Plan for the Future description: Gibbon Secures $488,000 in CDBG Funding to Revitalize Downtown and Plan for the Future image: https://blog.growbuffalocounty.com/hubfs/city%20of%20gibbon%20nebraska.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://blog.growbuffalocounty.com/development-council-for-buffalo-county-blog/gibbon-secures-488000-in-cdbg-funding-to-revitalize-downtown-and-plan-for-the-future#main-content) [![Development Council for Buffalo County logo](https://blog.growbuffalocounty.com/hubfs/Development%20Council%20Logo_1-23-23_V1.png)](https://growbuffalocounty.com) - About Buffalo County - [Communities](https://growbuffalocounty.com/communities) - [Livability](https://growbuffalocounty.com/live) - [Labor](https://growbuffalocounty.com/work) - Site Selectors - [Sites & Buildings](https://growbuffalocounty.com/sites-buildings) - [Target Industries](https://growbuffalocounty.com/target-industries) - [Regional Data](https://growbuffalocounty.com/regional-data) - [Location Advantages](https://growbuffalocounty.com/location-advantages) - Strategic Initiatives - [Build Buffalo County](https://growbuffalocounty.com/build-buffalo-county) - Business Support - [Incentives](https://growbuffalocounty.com/incentives) - [Resources](https://growbuffalocounty.com/resources) - [Entrepreneurs](https://growbuffalocounty.com/big-idea-buffalo-county) - About DCBC - [Services](https://growbuffalocounty.com/services-1) - [Staff](https://growbuffalocounty.com/staff) - [Board](https://growbuffalocounty.com/board) - [Investors](https://growbuffalocounty.com/membership) - [News](https://growbuffalocounty.com/news) - [Contact Us](https://growbuffalocounty.com/contact-us) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ![](https://blog.growbuffalocounty.com/hubfs/city%20of%20gibbon%20nebraska.jpg) # Gibbon Secures $488,000 in CDBG Funding to Revitalize Downtown and Plan for the Future [![Amanda Polacek](https://blog.growbuffalocounty.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Amanda%20Polacek.png?width=52&height=52&name=Amanda%20Polacek.png)](https://blog.growbuffalocounty.com/development-council-for-buffalo-county-blog/author/amanda-polacek) [Amanda Polacek](https://blog.growbuffalocounty.com/development-council-for-buffalo-county-blog/author/amanda-polacek) Published Nov 21, 2025 Reading Time 1 min read The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED) has awarded the City of Gibbon a total of $488,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, marking a significant investment in the community’s growth and vitality. The award includes $435,000 for Downtown Revitalization and $53,000 for the development of a new Comprehensive Plan. The CDBG program, funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and administered by NDED, supports Nebraska’s non-entitlement communities in strengthening local economies, improving infrastructure, and enhancing quality of life. **Downtown Revitalization Projects** - Commercial building façade and exterior improvements - ADA-compliant sidewalk upgrades - Targeted street improvements within the business district These enhancements aim to create a more attractive, accessible, and functional downtown, encouraging economic growth and community engagement. **Comprehensive Plan Development ** This planning initiative will guide Gibbon’s development for the next 10–20 years, addressing land use, housing, infrastructure, and community priorities. The process will include input from residents, businesses, and local partners to ensure the plan reflects Gibbon’s vision for the future **Community Collaboration** This achievement reflects strong local partnerships, including support from the South Central Economic Development District (SCEDD), engineering firm Olsson, Mayor Leon Stall, and the Gibbon City Council. **Why It Matters** Gibbon is one of only five Nebraska communities to receive Downtown Revitalization funding in 2025, part of more than $14 million awarded statewide. These projects will not only improve aesthetics and accessibility but also position Gibbon as a vibrant, forward-thinking community ready for growth. For more details on the Nebraska CDBG program, visit [opportunity.nebraska.gov](https://opportunity.nebraska.gov/programs/community/cdbg/). 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