GRETNA- The pursuit of the “good life” in Nebraska made a few key strides this week as measured by progress toward building Good Life Districts aimed at luring new tourism, retailers, and other additions to the state.

To date, the Nebraska Department of Economic Development has designated four geographical areas as Good Life Districts. Five in total are allowed under recently passed state legislation, which makes the districts eligible for public incentives to help create unique tourist-oriented campuses expected to generate jobs and economic activity.

Per Good Life legislation passed in 2023 and refined in 2024, the state has reduced the state sales tax within the boundaries of the Gretna area and Omaha Good Life Districts, from 5.5% to 2.75%. The idea was for that money to be redirected instead to help develop the respective districts, but first needed is the voter approval.

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