Lincoln residents are being encouraged to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by bringing their neighborhoods together. As part of the citywide America 250 celebration, Lincoln Transportation and Utilities is waiving the usual $45 block party permit fee through July 5th.
LTU’s Erika Hill says the goal is to make it easier for neighbors to gather and celebrate the nation’s milestone birthday. She says block parties have long been popular with neighborhood associations and are intended to strengthen community connections…