Nebraska Highway Commission approves bonds for next segment of US-275 expansion [Video]

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – The Nebraska State Highway Commission approved the state’s first bond issuance for a state highway project on Friday. The vote allows the Nebraska Department of Transportation to issue bonds to finance the completion of the US-275 expressway corridor.

The passage of LB 727 enabled the use of bonds to expedite critical infrastructure projects like those prioritized under the 2011 Build Nebraska Act.

“The completion of the Scribner–West Point corridor along the US-275 was a win for Nebraska, but there’s more work ahead,” said Gov. Jim Pillen. “Local communities have long supported this expressway, understanding the safety improvements and economic benefits it brings. I have directed NDOT to condense the timeline to complete the corridor.”

According to Nebraska officials, the corridor is vital to northeast Nebraska.

“With major employers and heavy truck traffic, completing the US-275 corridor is essential to supporting industries like steelmakers, manufacturers and farmers,” …