Articles of Interest

Heier wins Lincoln Journal Star endorsement

Friday, October 10, 2008

Heier previously had hands-on experience in the criminal justice system as a state probation officer. He also was dean of the Omaha School for Boys. That experience serves him well on the county board...

Heier says his priorities include responsible budgeting, support for the Juvenile Attention and Assessment Center and support for alternative programs to incarceration for qualified adult offenders. more on the LJS website...

Council members support using inmates for labor

Monday, August 4, 2008

Council members generally agreed that the city should try a monthlong pilot project using jail inmates after Lancaster County Commissioner Bernie Heier praised the county’s own program during a City-County Common meeting. more on the LJS website...

Heier Excellent Representative on NACO Board

Friday, August 1, 2008

Bernie Heier's first two-year term on the Nebraska Association of County Officials Board of Directors will be complete at the end of the year. "I appreciate the time and effort that Bernie has extended on behalf of the Nebraska Association of County Officials. He has been an excellent representative between Lancaster County and the NACO Board and with members across the state. I would hope that he would consider running again," said Larry Dix, NACO Executive Director in a letter to county officials. read the letter...

County Board race sees Baier, Heier in lead

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Challenger Barbara Baier and incumbent Bernie Heier secured the most votes in their respective races for seats on the Lancaster County Board, according to unofficial primary election results. more on the LJS website...

Experience, Leadership Part of Heier Re-Election Bid

Saturday, April 12, 2008

Among his priorities: Maintaining a responsible budget and sound land-use planning policies, and investing in public safety and health and supporting programs for youth. more on the LJS website...

Jail design process under way

Thursday, February 14, 2008

Architectural consultants and Lancaster County officials have begun laying the groundwork to design the new county jail. more on the LJS website...

Commissioner Bernie Heier Announces for Re-Election

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

County Commissioner Bernie Heier announced today that he will seek re-election to the County Board of Commissioners, representing District 4. more...