Perennial Public Power District: Economic Development

Economic Development

Perennial Public Power District actively participates in the two local organizations that provide economic development services in the District's territory.

York County Development Corporation's mission is to foster quality economic growth in York County by serving as a leader in the promotion of new business and the enhancement of existing business; to serve as the coordinator for business, industry, government, not-for-profits and agriculture in the quest for stronger York County economy. For information contact (888) 733-9675 , or e-mail ycdcnf@alltel.net You can also visit their website: York County Development Corporation

The mission of Fillmore County Development Corporation is to enhance the quality of life for Fillmore County by advancing and strengthening the economic health, civic, industrial, commercial and agricultural interests, while improving community pride and promoting active participation by all citizens. For information about the services, provided by the corporation, contact Patt Lentfer, Executive Director at (402) 759-4910 or e-mail pattlentfer@alltel.net You can also visit their website: Fillmore County Development Corporation

Both corporations will assist in site selection, permitting, financing, tax packaging, and relocation.

Location

Because of the transportation access, new business interested in relocating or expanding in Nebraska couldn't find a better location than in Perennial Power's service area.

Motor - East-west Interstate 80 is located near the center of the District. North-south U.S. Highway 81 runs through our entire service area. This highway is part of the Pan American Highway, which begins at the southern tip of South America and extends north through Central America, Mexico, the United States, and terminates at Winnepeg, Canada.

Rail - York is served by the main line of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe with as many as 70 freight trains daily. Switching is done by local switch crews twice daily.

Air - The Fairmont State Airfield, originally constructed and used as a training base in World War II, provides adequate air service, including hanger rental space. The York Municipal Airport has a 5,900 foot lighted runway and a 4,300 foot turf runway. Other facilities include hanger rental and jet and 100 low-lead fuel. Charter service is available. Scheduled air service is available at the Central Nebraska Regional Airport near Grand Island, 41 miles west, and the Lincoln Municipal Airport, 45 miles east. Passenger, air freight, and air express services are available.

Industrial Sites

Perennial Public Power District provides electric service to the Fillmore County Industrial Park located at the Fairmont State Airfield.

Additionally, land near communities throughout the District's service area is zoned for industry. One such area is the land adjacent to the City of York. Those industrial businesses are Pioneer Hi-Bred International ,Abengoa Bioenergy and EPCO Carbon Dioxide, Inc. The District's low industrial rates and excellent service, along with the agricultural resources available have greatly contributed to the industrial progress in this area.