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Table of Contents Welcome to the Valley! 3

Scottsbluff/Gering Region Profile 4

Western Nebraska Regional Airport 23

Instrument Approach Charts 27

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Beautiful Lake Minatare in Scottsbluff

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Welcome to the Valley!

Thank you for considering Western Nebraska for your next place of business. We know that you have many

choices when it comes to starting or expanding your operations, and we are honored that you have

considered the valley! We believe that you will find the Scottsbluff/Gering communities to be an excellent

place to live, yet business friendly with quality employees to work with, a lower cost of living and doing

business, and an abundant quality of life. Those of us who have called the area home for years are excited

for you to join the community and get involved with all that it has to offer.

Scottsbluff/Gering, a twin cities community, is located in Western Nebraska; the area is known as the

Panhandle. With the Scotts Bluff National Monument as a scenic backdrop, the two communities have a

population of approximately 30,000 combined, but serves a primary trade area of more than 50,000 and a

secondary trade area of about 125,000. Although the city is a host to many businesses and amenities, it

provides a quality of life that most people look for in a community. Our residents have a strong sense of

community pride, value of neighborhood, and a strong work ethic. Conveniently located to larger

metropolitan areas, you can get away to a concert or opera or for a fun ski weekend in the mountains or

just stay home and enjoy the lake just 6 miles north of town and experience boating and fishing or go hiking

in the Wildcat Hills just outside of the south end of Scottsbluff/Gering. Wildcat Hills offers 30,000 acres of

public land surrounded by a beautiful setting in the great outdoors. Abundant trails for biking, hiking, site-

seeing, and birdwatching, the Wildcats offers opportunities for fishing, golfing, and hunting as well. We are

proud to have an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities and entertaining things to offer- all this

in addition to several community events and festivals offered throughout the year. There is never a lack of

things to become involved in. Scottsbluff/Gering is an area where you can truly make a difference and be

a part of the community. So on behalf of all who live in Western Nebraska, we welcome you to explore our

region that is far from ordinary.

Respectfully,

Sean Overeynder

Community Development Director

Twin Cities Development Association, Inc.

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Scottsbluff/Gering

Region Profile

Aerial View of the Regional West Medical Center

View of the National Monument located in Scottsbluff/Gering

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TWIN CITIES DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION, INC.

Economic Development for Western Nebraska

Twin Cities Development Association, Inc. (TCD) is a non-profit organization, founded in 1985, and is

the economic development organization for Western Nebraska. It is the goal of TCD to support

economic development activities that create jobs and bring new capital into the area, as well as support

the expansion of existing businesses.

CITY OF SCOTTSBLUFF HISTORY

Scottsbluff is a city in Scotts Bluff County, in the western part of the state of Nebraska, in the Great

Plains region of the United States. The population was 15,039 at the 2010 census. Scottsbluff is the

largest city in the Nebraska Panhandle, and the 13th largest city in Nebraska.

Scottsbluff was founded in 1899 across the North Platte River from its namesake, a bluff that is now

a U.S. National Park called Scotts Bluff National Monument.

CITY OF GERING HISTORY

Gering is a city in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 8,500 at

the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Scotts Bluff County. Gering was founded in 1887 at the base

of the bluff that is now the center of Scotts Bluff National Monument. It was named for Martin

Gering, a pioneer merchant. The city of Scottsbluff was founded across the North Platte River from

the bluff in 1900. Separated only by the river, the two cities have since grown together and now form

the 7th largest urban area in Nebraska.

Downtown Scottsbluff at the Twin Cities Development Association, Inc. Building

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The Scottsbluff MSA is a $1.74 billion dollar economy

with Imports and Exports totaling to more than $4.5

billion dollars.

With a combined MSA population of more than

38,000 our Primary Trade Area is approximately

48,795. Our Extended Trade Area is more than

$125,000.

The Scottsbluff MSA per capita sales are closer to

regions nearly double this size, and it shows in the

industry and retail located within the area.

Through License Plate Imaging reports, Cash Card

Transaction details, and User Generated MobileLocation Data (UGMLD), much of our demand and

sales within the MSA come from outside of the

region. Wyoming, Colorado, and South Dakota are

major contributors to our economy locally. This

information is used to compile Leakage

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Every day, nearly 25,000 cars travel through the city

limits of Scottsbluff on Highway 26, and this traffic

filters deeper into the city limits promoting local

economy.

The traffic within the Scottsbluff MSA is not just

average daily commuters coming to work, running

ordinary errands, or conducting daily business. The

mix comes from tourist’s spending money as a result

of our many traveler and sightseeing experiences

within the region.

The Scottsbluff MSA enjoys low commuting times,

50% that of the national average. In addition to this,

we have a high Livability Score which contributes to

a lower cost of living, decreased housing cost, and

reduced health index cost.

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Location in the U.S.

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Location in Nebraska

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Aerial Map

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City of Scottsbluff Street Map

Downtown Scottsbluff One of the Many Retail Districts - Avenue I

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City of Gering Street Map

Downtown Gering Scottsbluff/Gering Civic Center

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Regional Demographics

2016 Population, Age and Ethnicity Data Category 2016 Regional Census Population 48,795

Male 23,958 (49.9%)

Female 23,940 (49.1%)

White (Non-Hispanic) 37,236 (76.3%)

Hispanic 9,007 (18.5%)

Other 2,443 (5.0%)

Black 211 (0.04%)

Under 5 years 3,254

5 to 9 years 3,308

10 to 14 years 3,284

15 to 19 years 2,812

20 to 24 years 2,723

25 to 29 years 2,647

30 to 34 years 2,926

35 to 39 years 2,837

40 to 44 years 2,713

45 to 49 years 2,447

50 to 54 years 2,871

55 to 59 years 3,471

60 to 64 years 3,344

65 to 69 years 2,677

70 to 74 years 1,923

75 to 79 years 1,487

80 to 84 years 1,149

85 years and over 1,337

6.89%

7.01%

6.96%

5.96%

5.77%

5.61%

6.20%

6.01%

5.75%

5.18%

6.08%

7.35%

7.08%

5.67%

4.07%

3.15%

2.43%

2.83%

Within a 50 minute drive time

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Transportation

Cheyenne, Wyoming 99

Fort Collins, Colorado 143

Casper, Wyoming 175

Rapid City, South Dakota 194

Denver, Colorado 199

Colorado Springs, Colorado 267

Lincoln, Nebraska 403

Omaha, Nebraska 451

71N (Through Scottsbluff) 10,795

92 (East of Scottsbluff) 4,290

71S (South of Gering) 5,580

(On an average day based on Nebraska Department of Roads 2014)

Highway 26 East leads to Alliance

Highway 92 East leads to Bridgeport

Highway 71 North leads to various cities within the Southernmost parts of South Dakota

Highway 26 West leads to various cities within Eastern Wyoming

Highway 92 West leads to various cities within Eastern Wyoming

Highway 71 South leads to various cities within Northern Colorado

Regional State Connections

City, State Distance in Miles

Traffic Counts Highway Count

Leading State Highways

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Airport (Regional) Western Nebraska Regional Airport, longest runway 8,279 feet

Airport (International) Denver International Airport (195 miles)

Lincoln Airport (LNK) (399 miles)

Omaha Nebraska Eppley Airfield (460 miles)

Railway Access Burlington Northern Santa Fe (Scottsbluff)

Union Pacific (Gering)

Bus Lines Denver Coach (Scottsbluff)

Airport, Railway Access, Bus Lines

Aerial View of the Western Nebraska Regional Airport Inside the Western Nebraska Regional Airport

Union Pacific in Gering Burlington Northern Santa Fe in Scottsbluff

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Utilities Electricity

Nebraska Public Power District City of Gering

515 1st Ave. 1025 P St. Ste. A

Scottsbluff, NE 69361 Gering, NE 69341

(877) 275-6773 (308) 436-6800

Serves the City of Scottsbluff Serves the City of Gering http://www.nppd.com/contact-us/customer-service-centers/ http://www.gering.org/

Water, Sewer and Disposal City of Scottsbluff City of Gering

1818 Avenue A 1025 P St. Ste. A

Scottsbluff, NE 69361 Gering, NE 69341

(308) 630-6220 (308) 436-6800

Serves the City of Scottsbluff Serves the City of Gering http://www.scottsbluff.org/ http://www.gering.org/

Telecommunications (Gigabit Internet Available!) Charter Communications ALLO Communications

1204 Avenue B 1450 10th St.

Scottsbluff, NE 69361 Gering, NE 69341

(855) 866-2397 (866) 481-2556 www.charter.com www.allocommunications.com

Vistabeam High Speed Internet

1606 Broadway Ste. E-3

Scottsbluff, NE 69361

(888) 251-0920 www.vistabeam.com

Natural Gas Black Hills Energy

625 Ninth St.

Rapid City, SD 57701

(888) 890-5554 www.blackhillsenergy.com

Action Communications, Inc.315 W. 27th St.Scottsbluff, NE 69361

(308) 632-7836www.actcom.com

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Nebraska’s individual state income tax rates range from 2.46% to 6.84%.

Taxes and Rates Property Taxes *

The average effective property tax rate in the State of Nebraska is 1.88%

The average effective property tax rate in Scotts Bluff County is 1.746%

*NOTE: These rates are subject to change. Please contact the Scotts Bluff County Assessor at 308-436-6627 for verification.

Sales and Use Tax Rate

Entity Sales and Use Tax Rate Total Sales and Use Tax Rate

State of Nebraska 5.5% (.055) 5.5% (.055)

City of Scottsbluff 1.5% (.015) 7.0% (.070)

City of Gering 1.5% (.015) 7.0% (.070)

Income Tax – State of Nebraska

The State Office Building located in Scottsbluff The Scottsbluff Middle School after renovations

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Healthcare

Regional West Medical Center: Multispecialty Medical Group

Level II Trauma Center – One of only three in the State of Nebraska. The third largest hospital in the state. 2015 recipient of the Patient Safety Excelle nce Award, ranked in the top 10% for patient safety

nationwide. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. 4021 Ave. B Scottsbluff,

NE 69361.308-635-3711

Dentistry

Over 30 Specialized Dentistry Offices located within Scottsbluff/Gering.

Physicians

Over 200 Specialized Physicians Offices loc ated within Scottsbluff/Gering.

Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff

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Emergency Medical Transportation

EagleMed

A subsidiary of Air Medical Group Holdings, EagleMed is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Service s (CAMTS)..

All aircraft are completely configured and medically equipped for mission critical transports that

transform the aircraft into a flying Intensive Care Unit.

EagleMed is located at the Western Nebraska Regional Airport and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Valley Ambulance

Valley Ambulance has been serving the communities of Scotts Bluff County for over 40 years.

Providing both Emergent and Non-emergent Paramedic Services, the staff at Valley Ambulance

consists of EMT’s, AEMT’s, Paramedics, Critical Care Paramedics, and Tactical Paramedics and are

Nationally Registered.

Valley Ambulance is located in Scottsbluff and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Valley Ambulance in Scottsbluff EagleMed in Scottsbluff- Located at the

Western Nebraska Regional Airport

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Education

Public School District Campuses

Scottsbluff High School Scottsbluff Middle School

313 E. 27th St. 27 Broadway & E. 23rd St.

Scottsbluff, NE. 69361 Scottsbluff, NE. 69361

308-635-6230 308-635-6270

Lincoln Heights Westmoor

2214 Ave. C 1722 Ave. K

Scottsbluff, NE. 69361 Scottsbluff, NE. 69361

308-635-6252 308-635-6255

Roosevelt Longfellow

1306 9th Ave. 2003 5th Ave.

Scottsbluff, NE. 69361 Scottsbluff, NE. 69361

308-635-6259 308-635-6262

Gering High School Gering Junior High School

1500 U St. 800 Q St.

Gering, NE. 69341 Gering, NE. 69341

308-436-3121 308-436-3123

Northfield Elementary School Lincoln Elementary School

1900 Flaten Ave. 2200 Pacific Blvd.

Gering, NE. 69341 Gering, NE. 69341

308-436-5555 308-436-2350

Gering High School located in Gering Scottsbluff High School located in Scottsbluff

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Post Secondary Campuses

Western Nebraska Community College University of Nebraska-Lincoln

1601 E. 27th St. 4502 Ave. I

Scottsbluff, NE. 69361 Scottsbluff, NE. 69361

308-635-3606 308-632-1480

UNMC College of Nursing

1601 E. 27th St.

Scottsbluff, NE. 69361

308-632-0413

2014 Education Attainment (25 years and older) Regional High School Diploma or Higher: 88.4%

Regional Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 17.9%

UNMC College of Nursing students learning hands on skills Western Nebraska Community College located in Scottsbluff

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HISTORY Three miles east of Scottsbluff, in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, the Western Nebraska Regional Airport is

owned by the Airport Authority of Scotts Bluff County. Located within the center of the United States, the airport

is named after William B. Heilig. Known as "Scottsbluff's Mr. Aviation," he was a World War II United States

Army Air Force primary flight instructor, a civilian flight instructor, and manager of the city’s airport.

The National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015categorized it as a primary commercial

service airport based in enplanements in 2008 (over 10,000).

Western Nebraska Regional Airport opened in 1934; it had a hangar, commercial airline connections, air mail

service, lighted fields, a weather bureau station, and was a pilot training facility. On September 5, 1942

Scottsbluff was selected as one of seven satellite air bases in Nebraska. Twenty-eight farms were vacated so

construction could begin at a cost of 5.5 million dollars. The original Scottsbluff Municipal Airport closed to make

way for the new airfield.

The airport covers 1,806 acres (731 ha) at an elevation of 3,967 feet (1,209 m). It has two asphalt runways:

12/30 is 8,279 by 150 feet (2,523 x 46 m) and 5/23 is 8,002 by 150 feet (2,439 x 46 m). In the year ending May

31, 2011 the airport had 28,138 aircraft operations, average 77 per day: 89% general aviation, 8% airline, 2% air

taxi, and 1% military. 43 aircraft were then based at this airport: 86% single-engine, 12% multi-engine, and 2%

jet.

SERVICES & ACCOMODATIONS A strong emphasis on customer service and providing royal treatment is the goal for every single customer that

comes to the Western Nebraska Regional Airport. The Western Nebraska Regional Airport does not charge for

landing and/or tie down fees.

Currently, the WNRA has two to four dedicated flights to Denver International Airport each day. This service is

provided seven days a week.

The Western Nebraska Regional Airport has a total of three conference rooms, two of which are set up with

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teleconferencing capabilities, screens for presentations and Skype. The largest conference area can

accommodate approximately 80 people, the mid-size room can accommodate approximately 30 people, and the

smallest of the three can accommodate 25 people. Food service for meetings is also available at the Flight Deck

Restaurant and Lounge, a full service restaurant and lounge. This restaurant serves both Traditional and New

American style food, barbecue, burgers, brunch, dinner, seafood, and a buffet. The Flight Deck Restaurant and

Lounge welcomes both reservation and walk-ins; large groups are always welcome. With the family style

atmosphere, the Flight Deck Restaurant and Lounge is sure to be a great place to take the whole family. With a

wait staff that prides themselves on providing excellent customer service, the Flight Deck Restaurant and Lounge

offers indoor and outdoor patio seating and is open seven days a week. Catering service is also available.

The Western Nebraska Regional Airport is equipped to handle weather related incidents that may occur. Snow

removal equipment is utilized to keep the runway clear, parking areas unobstructed, and reduce the need to

cease daily airport operations. In fact, in 2014 and 2015, the Western Nebraska Regional Airport remained open

all but one day total due to extreme weather conditions.

De-Ice is available for aircraft at a moment’s notice. The Western Nebraska Regional Airport De-Ice trucks have

a 45 foot reach and are mobile units.

The Western Nebraska Regional airport also has an in-house fire department. Prepared for emergency

situations, the WNRA Crash Rescue is staffed professionally trained firefighters. Furthermore, EagleMed, an air

medical transport service, is stationed at the airport for critical medical emergencies.

Dual Instrument Landing Systems (ILS) are available on 12/30 as well as the Airport Automated Weather

Observing System (AWOS) for the WNRA. Global Positioning Systems (GPS) is also available. The very high

frequency radio range (VOR) is approximately six miles from the airport.

The Runways are Concrete and Porous Friction Force (PFC); the top four inches are FC designed to eliminate

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water, therefore reducing problems of icing on the runways. Landing capabilities for weight on the runway are:

Runway 12/30

Single axle – 109,000 pounds

Dual wheel – 178,000 pounds

Dual Tandem – 321,000 pounds

Runway 5/23

Single axle – 98,000 pounds

Dual wheel – 158,000 pounds

Dual Tandem – 285,000 pounds

Being that the Western Nebraska Regional Airport is the designated diversionary airport for Denver International

Airport, the airport has occasionally accommodated planes as large as the C-17.

Lavatory Service Carts are available at the WNRA which includes restroom discharge and fresh water

replenishment. This service is also available to minimize turnaround time (quick turnaround). Other ground

handling services are available for quick turnarounds.

100 Low Lead (100LL) and Jet A aviation fuels are available at the Western Nebraska Regional Airport. Current

fuel prices are available at www.airnav.com/fuel/local.html .

Courtesy shuttle service is available as well as rental cars. Rental car services provided by Hertz Rental Car

(onsite) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (offsite).

Pushback tractors and tie downs are available for the aircraft.

The WNRA provides state of the art facilities for pilots, including a sleeping lounge with a television and

computer, workout stations, and a private lavatory with shower.

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Contact UsTwin Cities Development Association, Inc.

Economic Development for Western Nebraska

1620 Broadway

Scottsbluff, NE. 69361

(308) 632-2833

online: www.tcdne.org

email: TwinCities@tcdne.org

https://www.facebook.com/tcdne/

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