Business Improvement District #1, originally known as the Downtown Improvement District, was formed to build working partnerships, encourage investment and support initiatives for a healthier commercial district in downtown Fremont. In 2016, the BID yearned for further revitalization and sustainability and with the help of the Fremont City Council, Mayor, and the City Administer were able to develop the current BID. The BID #1 is a city comissioned board funded by taxes on buildings within the downtown district. This Board is involved with the promotion of the downtown. They advise for the use of the downtown occupation tax funds and hear appeals to the amount of tax.
BID #1 Meeting Information
3rd Tuesday of the Month
Fremont Area Art Association
92 W 6th St, Fremont, NE 68025
12:00 - 1:00 pm
2025 Highlights
Christmas Decorations
The BID #1 Board secured a grant that funded purchasing Christmas Trees, ornaments, stars, and wreaths & garland for D Street, H Street, and Broad Street in 2024. In 2025 they secured grant funding for the installation and storage of the trees and garland.
Event Sponsorships
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John C Fremont Days
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Christmas Walk
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Concerts in the Park
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Hispanic Festival
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Gallery Walks (Spring & Fall)
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Halloween Hysteria
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Art Association Free Friday Receptions
Bumpouts & Flower Baskets
The BID #1 Board secured grant funding for the installation and maintenance of the bumpouts and flower baskets within the downtown district.
Board of Directors
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Tom Coday, Chair - (402) 721 - 6040
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J.J. Bixby, Vice Chair - (402) 727 - 0672
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Howard Krasne, Secretary - (402) 721 - 2777
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Vince O'Connor - (402) 721 - 7800
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Roxie Kracl - (402) 720 - 6294
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Kevin Main - (402) 727 - 8988
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Brendan Murray - (402) 727 - 8681
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Berta Quintero - (402) 317 - 2937
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Daniel Cech - (402) 618 - 1320
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Lindi Janulewicz - (402) 721 - 7779