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Council OKs Housing Grant Application

The city of Sidney is in a dilemma, a conundrum if you will.

When Bass Pro purchased Cabela's, real estate became a buyer's market. In many instances there was a house or more on nearly every block with a for sale sign.

That was then. Since that time, the housing market has tightened and prices have increased. The dilemma is the city is also seeking economic development, which is a challenge without housing for the potential workers, and the existing residents of the Sidney area.

In the April 26 meeting of the Sidney City Council, City Manager David Scott presented a grant application for cons...

 

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