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CURRENT VILLAGE PROJECTS
The list includes active and future projects
Waste Infrastructure
The Village of Pender, Nebraska is currently upgrading its sewer treatment plant and collection system using funding from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, with the total project cost exceeding $10 million. These improvements are essential to maintain reliable service, meet environmental regulations, and protect public health and local water quality. To help fund the project, the Village Board approved an increase in sewer rates in 2025. As construction progresses, residents can expect periodic street closures while crews work to update underground infrastructure; while this may cause temporary inconvenience, it is necessary to complete these critical improvements and ensure a safe, modern sewer system for years to come.
Waste
Collection
The Village of Pender is currently partway through a major upgrade of its waste collection system. This project will repair and replace a significant portion of the wastewater system in Pender, including a roughly 12-block stretch of Whitney Street that serves as a main artery of the system that will be repaved. Penro Construction of Pender is the the general contractor for this project. This is a major component of the $10 million project listed above.
Flood Mitigation
The FEMA Flood Mitigation Project in Pender, Nebraska is currently in Phase One, with the Village requesting approval from Federal Emergency Management Agency to move into Phase Two. This next phase is expected to take approximately two years and cost about $7.5M. Flood mitigation is critical because it helps protect homes, infrastructure, and essential services from costly and dangerous flood damage. Projects like this reduce the risk of contamination to water sources, prevent disruptions to roads and emergency response, and improve overall community safety. By investing in mitigation now, the Village can avoid significantly higher repair costs in the future while ensuring long-term resilience and stability for residents and businesses.
LOCATE FLAGS
A locate flag is a small colored marker placed in your yard to show where underground utilities like gas, water, electric, or cable lines are located, usually after a request to 811 Call Before You Dig. Each color represents a different type of utility, and they are there for safety before any digging occurs. If you see them, avoid digging nearby and do not remove them until the work is finished, even if you didn’t request them, as they may be
for nearby construction.
Park Upgrades
The Village of Pender is investing in the future of its community park with new playground equipment, additional trees, and an expanded walking trail. These improvements are being developed in collaboration with the Park & Greenspace Committee, who have been working closely with the Village to advance park enhancements. The new equipment will expand recreational opportunities for children and families, while the tree plantings will provide shade, improve aesthetics, and support long-term environmental health. The new trail will encourage walking and outdoor activity, helping create a safer, more accessible, and more vibrant community space for residents of all ages.
Fire Hall
Bond Issue
The Village Board of Pender has placed the fire hall construction project on the primary ballot to give residents the opportunity to vote on an important investment in community safety. The proposed project is estimated at $3.51 million and will be shared between the Village and the rural fire department. A new fire hall is needed to improve emergency response times and provide a modern facility that can properly house equipment and support volunteer firefighters. The current facility no longer meets the space and functionality demands of today’s fire service, and upgrading will help
ensure reliable protection for the community now and into the future.
