The State of Nebraska chose Kearney for the fifth and final Good Life district, beating out Papillion. Kearney’s district will be on 200 acres of vacant land surrounding the city’s SportsPlex and will include retail, restaurants and attractions developed by a private developer. Good Life Districts are intended to attract new industries, generate employment and strengthen Nebraska’s retail, entertainment and tourism sectors. Fifty percent of state sales taxes generated in the district are rebated to the city to assist in funding the development for 30-year period. Other approved districts are in Gretna, Bellevue, Omaha and Grand Island.
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