City and village elections would include voters in nearby zoning areas

Eligible voters in outside areas covered by city or village zoning would count as voters of that city or village. These provisions cover Nebraska cities of all listed classes and villages. Residents would qualify only if they are eligible voters and live within the city or village's zoning area outside its boundaries.

Cities and villages that elect their governing boards by district would redraw their election maps to include their outside zoning areas. The districts would include the area outside city or village limits covered by that city or village's zoning authority. This requirement applies only where governing board members are elected by district. The first redraw would be required on or before January 1, 2027. Each later required redraw would also include the outside zoning area.