Lower Platte South NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan – 2025 Update
about the project
The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (LPSNRD) is in the process of updating their multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) with the assistance of JEO Consulting Group. A HMP is a community-guided document which identifies vulnerability to natural and man-made hazards and mitigation projects to reduce or eliminate such risks. Having an approved HMP is a requirement of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for jurisdictions to become eligible forThe Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (LPSNRD) is in the process of updating their multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) with the assistance of JEO Consulting Group. A HMP is a community-guided document which identifies vulnerability to natural and man-made hazards and mitigation projects to reduce or eliminate such risks. Having an approved HMP is a requirement of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for jurisdictions to become eligible for several grant funding options, as well as enables communities to be stronger and more resilient by:
- Reducing community’s risk and impacts from disasters;
- Gaining eligibility for pre- and post-disaster mitigation grants; and
- Builds partnerships and relationships with stakeholders within the community and region.
Hazard Mitigation Plans are required to be updated and approved every five years. Throughout this planning process key representatives including community leaders, school districts, fire departments, airports, hospitals, residents, and business owners are invited to participate by attending public meetings and providing information for the plan.
This plan update was funded by a FEMA planning grant which includes 75% federal funding and 25% local match. The LPSNRD provided the 25% local match.
planning process
This planning process included several public meetings which allowed community members and interested stakeholders to learn about the plan and provide key input on community vulnerabilities and actions to address those vulnerabilities. These meetings were hosted in communities across the planning area and facilitated by NRD and JEO staff.
Round 1 Meetings
Round 1 Meetings were held in June 2024. To see a recording of the Round 1 meeting please click HERE.
Key information collected at Round 1 meetings included: demographics, future development trends, community lifelines/critical facilities, and hazards of top concern.
Round 2 Meetings
Round 2 Meetings were held in September 2024. To see a recording of the Round 2 meeting please click HERE.
Key information discussed at Round 2 meetings included: plan maintenance, plans and studies, review old and adding new mitigation actions.
Public Review Period – 2025 lower platte south nrd multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan
The draft Lower Platte South NRD 2025 is now available for Public Review. The draft is available for a public comment period between Monday, January 13, 2025 to Friday, February 13th, 2025. At the end of this period, the complete multi-jurisdictional plan will be submitted to the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for final approval.
All participating jurisdictions should carefully review this draft with the local planning team and verify that the information therein is accurate. All revisions and comments can be sent to Brooke Seachord at JEO (bseachord@jeo.com).
Links to the public review draft HMP are available below:
Lower Platte South NRD Upfront (Sections 1-3)
Lower Platte South NRD Upfront (Sections 4-8)
Cass County Appendix – includes profiles for Cass County, Village of Alvo, Village of Avoca, Village of Cedar Creek, Village of Eagle, Village of Elmwood, City of Louisville, Village of Manley, Village of Murdock, Village of Murray, Village of Nehawka, City of Plattsmouth, Village of South Bend, and Village of Union.
Lancaster County Appendix – includes profiles for Lancaster County, City of Bennet, Village of Davey, Village of Denton, Village of Firth, Village of Hallam, City of Hickman, City of Lincoln, Village of Malcolm, Village of Panama, Village of Raymond, Village of Roca, Village of Sprague, and City of Waverly.
Special Districts Appendix – includes profiles for Lower Platte South NRD, Village of Brainard, City of Ashland, Village of Ceresco, Village of Valparaiso, Cass County RWD #1, Lincoln Public Schools, Norris Public Schools, Raymond Public Schools, and Weeping Water Public Schools.
2020 Lower Platte South NRD Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
The currently FEMA-approved Lower Platte South NRD Hazard Mitigation Plan is available here for download. Community sections may be viewed under their appropriate County Appendix.
Regional HMP Upfront
Cass County Appendix: This appendix includes all the cities and villages within Cass County.
Lancaster County Appendix: This appendix includes all cities and villages within Lancaster County.
Special Districts Appendix: This appendix includes the following jurisdictions: City of Ashland, Village of Brainard, Cass County Rural Water District #1, Cass County SID #1 (Lake WaConDa), Cass County SID #5 (Buccaneer Bay), Village of Ceresco, Conestoga Public Schools, Norris Public Schools, Raymond Central Public Schools, Village of Valparaiso, Waverly Public Schools, and Weeping Water Public Schools.
Lower Platte South NRD Appendix: This appendix includes the jurisdictional profile for the Lower Platte South NRD.
