The Street Department will begin spraying for mosquitoes in town on Monday, June 1.

Mosquito spraying is done on a weekly schedule. 

Spraying Days and Times:

• Spraying is on Mondays and Thursdays starting about 30 minutes before sunset, weather conditions permitting.
• The route within Crete city limits depends on several factors, including wind direction.
• Tuxedo Park is treated with spray on Wednesday and Friday mornings to avoid activities in the park

Registration for ages 4 and up, Infant and Toddler, and Individual times are available on RecDesk or at the Parks and Recreation office at City Hall. Participants must also have a liability waiver signed. In case of adverse weather, lessons may be rescheduled or held on Friday.

Find more information for the 2026 season at Wildwood Pool.

Youth Swimming Lessons for ages 4 and up

Three, two-week sessions of swimming lessons for ages 4 and up are offered through June and July.

• Session 1: June 15 – June 25 (Register by June 5)
  • 10:00, 10:40, or 11:20am
• Session 2: July 6 – July 16 (Register by June 26)
  • 10:00, 10:40, or 11:20am
  • 5:00 or 7:00pm
• Session 1: July 20 – July 30 (Register by July 10)
  • 10:00, 10:40, or 11:20am
  • 5:00 or 7:00pm

Program details:

• 8 - 30 minute lessons, Monday-Thursday
• Cost $50 per session (sibling discount available)
• Must be at least 4 years old to participate
• Groups are determined by ability upon evaluation by a swim instructor. Class size is limited, and smaller groups may be available upon request to accommodate individual needs.

Infant and Toddler lessons for ages 6 months - 4 years

Two, one-week evening sessions of Infant and Toddler swimming lessons will be held in July. 

• Session 1: July 6 - 9 (Register by July 3)
• Session 2: July 13 - 16 (Register by July 10)

Program details:

• 4 - 30 minute lessons, Monday-Thursday, 5:00 or 7:00pm
• Cost $30 per session (sibling discount available)
• Infants and toddlers, age 6 months to 4 years old

• Classes provide water exposure, swimming and water safety skills, and activities to practice at home.

Individual Lessons

Individual swim lessons are available for swimmers of all ages and abilities who would like a 1-on-1 approach to review swimming skills. Find time slots in the RecDesk registration section.

• The price per lesson is $15 per participant. Please see the list of available morning, evening and weekend times lots.
• If you have a preferred lifeguard/instructor, please note this in your registration. We will attempt to schedule this guard for all of your lessons, however in the event of schedule conflicts, you may be paired with another instructor or asked to reschedule.
• Please note any additional accommodations needed during the registration process or contact the pool manager with questions.

Water Aerobics

Water Aerobics will start at Wildwood Pool on June 8. There is no pre-registration necessary; participants may attend as many sessions as they would like. Interested patrons can purchase a full season pass on RecDesk or at the pool after opening day.

• Monday - Friday, from 9:10 - 9:50 a.m. 
• Cost is $40 for all classes during the season, registration opens May 23. 
  • Season registrations for those age 55 and over will receive a pool season pass at no additional cost. 
• Individual, daily class fee is $4 and includes daily pool admission.

City of Crete - Nebraska
Liz Cody, Parks and Recreation Director 

City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Phone: 402.826.4315
liz.cody@crete.ne.gov

Crete is a growing and diverse 'community in motion' with over 7,000 residents who call it home. We embrace our pioneering heritage and present-day diversity and continue to thrive with a strong economy, successful school system, and safe parks and neighborhoods.

The City of Crete has nearly 70 full time employees as well as seasonal (summer) opportunities. No matter what role you have with us, you are sure to experience growth, professional development, and career achievements.

(Want to learn more about Crete? Check out City Government, Parks & Recreation, Departments, brand new Library, Business & Industry, and other community links.)

The City of Crete is taking applications for the position of Human Resources Director. General functions: Work with City Administrator to implement and manage all aspects of City personnel programs, benefits, files, concerns, rules and regulations and Payroll. Respond to requests from City Administrator as well as the needs of employees with employment and benefit needs and concerns. Assist the City Clerk and Finance Director offices. Salary range: $60,000-$85,000. See full job description for more information. Minimum qualifications include: 

• be at least 21 years of age;
• have high school diploma or GED;
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration; Master’s degree desired;
• At least 3 years of Human Resource management experience required;
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly preferred;
• be able to legally work in the U.S

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled and may be obtained from the link below or by contacting City Hall. The City of Crete is an equal opportunity employer. Applications should be completed and submitted in one of the following ways: 

• Download the application and job description, type responses, print as PDF and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Print, write responses, scan, and email to jobs@crete.ne.gov
• Fax to 402-826-6412
• Mail to the attention of Human Resources, City of Crete, at PO Box 86, Crete, NE 68333-0086
• Drop off at Crete City Hall - 243 East 13th Street

View/download the job description and employment application:

• Job description 
• Application for employment 

For additional inquiries, please contact:

Wendy Thomas, wendy.thomas@crete.ne.gov
City Hall - 243 East 13th Street
Crete NE 68333-0086
Phone: 402.826.4313 Fax: 402.826.6412
jobs@crete.ne.gov

This summer the library is going prehistoric! Summer Reading 2026 is all about dinosaurs, inviting readers of all ages to step back in time for a season filled with adventure, discovery, and plenty of reading fun beginning May 1. (See the gallery for Summer Reading graphics and links below for calendars and registration.)

• Summer Reading Calendars  - English (pdf) 
• Summer Reading Calendars  - Spanish (pdf) 
• Teen Programs - (pdf) 

Instead of tracking minutes, kids will be reading for books this year-making it easier than ever to set goals, celebrate progress, and enjoy stories at their own pace. Every book counts as readers work their way toward exciting prizes, with special recognition for those who read the most throughout the summer. 

But the fun doesn't stop there. The library has lined up an amazing series of summer presenters bringing the dinosaur theme to life in unforgettable ways. Families can look forward to high-energy entertainment from the String Beans, along with an exciting visit from Fontanelle Forest Raptors, who will showcase incredible birds of prey. 

Register for kids Summer Reading 

Teens and adults are also part of the action this year. Instead of tracking reading logs, participants can complete book reviews to share what they've read, recommend favorites, and help inspire others to find their next great read. It's a simple, meaningful way to stay engaged all summer long while building a community of readers. 

Join the library's Summer Reading Challenge with a community goal to read 3,000 books by July 31. Every book counts - big and small. Reading logs are going online with the Reader Zone app.

•  Install the 'Reader Zone' from the app store on your device
• create your account and use the library's program code - d0e69
• register each individual reader under the same account
• answer 3 simple questions
• start reading and log your books - no need to add titles, simply track the number of books

Readers can participate in Crete Public Library's summer reading program, typically announced in April/May.

Youth activities in June and July may include games and activities, art projects, story times, guest entertainment and authors, reading challenges, and more. All activities and programs are open to children free of charge, but registration is required. Forms and calendars are made available at the library and online when programs are announced. Additional activities and reading challenges may be offered for adult patrons.

For more information, stop by or call the library, or email Crete Public Library staff.

Check out the resources and services available at Crete Public Library:

• Meet the library staff
• Library Card Signup
• Library Programming
• Borrow & Reserve Materials (drive-thru pickup window available)
• Libby audiobook and ebooks
• Computer use and printing
• Reserve a meeting/study room
• Support & Volunteer

Crete Public Library
1515 Forest Ave.
Crete, NE 68333
Phone: 402.826.3809

Nebraska Department of Transportation will start a milling, asphalt overlay, and guardrail installation project on Highway 103 South on Monday, May 4, to include the intersection at County Road I (Smithfield). The project is expected to last 60 days.

According to Nebraska DOT, traffic will be detoured along Highways 15 and 41 as well as Highway 33. After the initial closure, traffic will be maintained with flaggers and a pilot car.

Starting May 4, traffic will detour through downtown Crete on Main Ave and 13th Street. For the duration of the detour, there will be no parking on the north half of Main Ave from 12th to 13th streets and the separate turn lane on 13th east of Main will be removed to accommodate increased truck traffic onto and from Main Ave.

Nebraska DOT determined the details of the detour and requested the City of Crete's assistance and cooperation. The City Council passed resolutions approving the temporary parking changes on April 21.

The council also approved the current, angular parking spaces on Main Ave from 10th to 11th Streets be changed from 45 degrees to 30 degrees.