Norfolk revitalization plan aims to attract and keep younger population

NORFOLK, NE - Norfolk has a problem. It’s population is stagnating and if nothing is done about it, it may start to decline as years go on.

December 7, 2019Updated: December 7, 2019
News Channel NebraskaBy News Channel Nebraska

NORFOLK, NE - Norfolk has a problem. It’s population is stagnating and if nothing is done about it, it may start to decline as years go on.

The main issue is that those around the ages 20-34 are leaving northeast Nebraska towns. That’s why some like Norfolk Mayor Josh Moenning and other community leaders are working on a plan they hope will keep that age group around.

Check out the video above to learn more about their plan. 

Disclaimer: This story includes a direct quote from Mike Flood. Flood is the owner of Flood Communications LLC and News Channel Nebraska. 

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