Housing Authority completes improvements, looks to expand

Sidney housing authority hopes to help alleviate Sidney's distinct housing shortage.

The housing authority oversees the administration of two complexes in Sidney. Western Heritage, located on the south side of town was built in 1977 to accommodate the elderly and disabled, said executive director, Nancy Bentley. Of the 40 units at the complex, 30 of the units receive rental assistance.

The 10 units that are not part of the direct rental assistance program can receive vouchers from the Scotts Bluff County housing authority, if they qualify. All utilities except Internet, cable and phone service...