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Local Government in Nebraska
How local government works in Nebraska, the kinds of local government it has, and where to look for more. For your own county or city, browse Nebraska’s Local Wiki pages below.
Nebraska's 93 counties are run by a small elected board with combined legislative and executive power — 66 counties use a 3-, 5-, or 7-member Board of Commissioners, while the other 27 are organized into townships and use a 7-member Board of Supervisors instead, with the same combined authority either way. For a public meeting or records request, a resident would generally contact the county clerk or the county board's office directly.
Local government in Nebraska
- County governments93
The main local government across most of the state.
Browse county pages - Cities, towns & villages528
Incorporated municipalities with their own elected council or board.
Browse city & town pages - Townships333
Township governments beneath the county, often handling local roads and assistance.
- School districts267
Independent school districts with their own elected boards. Listed on county pages where known.
- Special districts1,296
Single-purpose governments — fire, water, library, parks, housing, transit, and more.
Counts: U.S. Census Bureau, 2022 Census of Governments — Government Units listing. A consolidated city-county is counted once.
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