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2. Churches
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4. Food Pantry
5. History of Gretna
6. Library
7. Map of the City
8. Mayor's Message
9. New Residents Guide
10. Parks
    1. Gretna Crossing Park
    2. North Park
    3. Peterson Park
    4. Lincoln Place Park
    5. Leo Royal Park
    6. Chestnut Ridge Park
    7. Plum Creek Park
11. City Donation Packet
12. Sarpy County
13. Schools
14. Community Events
    1. Paws at the Park
    2. Puzzles & Pie
    3. Family Movie Night
    4. Trick or Treat on the Trail
    5. Greenery and Glitter
    6. Food Truck Friday
    7. Winter Carnival
    8. Music at the Crossing
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New Residents Guide

Gretna is a rapidly growing community nestled quietly between Omaha and Lincoln off I-80. Located in on the west edge of Sarpy County, Gretna lies 10 to 20 minutes from Omaha and 30 to 40 minutes from Lincoln. Our community prides itself with booming housing developments, one of the lowest crime rates in the state, active businesses, and community activities. All which make Gretna a great place for residents and visitors alike. Whether you're looking for the perfect location to raise your family, escape from the busy city life, or take a vacation to visit some of Nebraska's greatest attractions, Gretna offers great opportunities.

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• Population: 9,054 people (2023 census)

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Government Contacts

Contact	Number	Website
City of Gretna	402-332-3336	www.gretnane.org
Drivers License	402-292-0141	dmv.nebraska.gov
Gretna Post Office	402-332-2726	www.usps.com
Motor Vehicle Licensing	402-593-2148	dmv.nebraska.gov
Nebraska Humane Society	402-444-7800	www.nehumanesociety.org
Sarpy County Sheriff (Non-Emergency)	402-593-4111	apps.sarpy.com/sheriff

Local Papers

Contact	Number	Website
Sarpy County Times	402-444-1000	https://omaha.com/news/community/sarpy/
Omaha World Herald	402-444-1000	www.omaha.com

Trash Services

Contact	Number	Website
Abe's Trash	402-468-5434 or 402-571-4926	www.abestrash.com
Papillion Sanitation	402-346-7800	papillion-sanitation.com
Waste Management	402-988-1729	www.wm.com

Utilities

Contact / Utility	Number	Website
AT&T - Wireless /Internet / TV	800-331-0500 or 800-288-2020	www.att.com
Black Hills Energy - Gas	800-890-5554	www.blackhillsenergy.com
Century Link - Phone	866-449-1979	www.centurylink.com
City of Gretna - Water & Sewer	402-332-3336	www.gretnane.org
Cox Communications - Internet / Cable / TV / Phone	402-933-3000	www.cox.com
Diggers Hotline	811 OR 1-800-331-5666
Omaha Public Power District - Electric	402-536-4131 (Metro Area) 877-536-4131 (Outside Omaha)	www.oppd.com
Allo Fiber - Internet/ Phone/ TV	531.600.7777	www.allocommunications.com/locations/gretna/

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