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County
Custer County
County seat
Broken Bow
Population
3,510
Custer County population
10,945
Local records
Custer County offices
ZIP codes
68822

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Municipal Code (759.51 KB) Staff Directory The City of Broken Bow, Nebraska, has a mayor and council form of city government.

The Broken Bow City Clerk's Office is responsible for maintaining vital records for the city, such as birth, death, and marriage certificates. These records can be obtained by visiting the Broken Bow City Hall at 210 North Broadway Street, Broken Bow, NE 68822, or by calling (308) 872-6410. The Custer County Clerk/Election Commissioner administers all aspects of voting in Broken Bow, from federal races down to municipal contests. The office is located at 431 South 10th Avenue in the Custer County Courthouse, Broken Bow, NE 68822, and can be reached at 308-872-5701. Local court services for Broken Bow are administered at 604 Heritage Drive. The court clerk can be reached at 308-872-5761. Municipal elections typically occur on the first Tuesday in May, Nebraska's uniform municipal election date, every four years for mayor and on staggered terms for council seats. Information about candidates, filing deadlines, and local ballot issues can be obtained from the Broken Bow City Clerk at City Hall (308-872-5850) or the Custer County Clerk's office. The Broken Bow Police Department is reachable at 308-872-6424.

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How do I register to vote in Broken Bow, Nebraska?

To register to vote in Broken Bow, Nebraska, residents can register online through the Nebraska Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Custer County elections office. Nebraska requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Nebraska Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Broken Bow, contact the Custer County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Broken Bow, Nebraska?

Property records for Broken Bow, Nebraska are maintained by the Custer County Assessor's Office and the Custer County Register of Deeds. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Custer County, including parcels in Broken Bow. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Custer County Register of Deeds maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Nebraska counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Custer County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Broken Bow, Nebraska?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Broken Bow, Nebraska residents are available through both county and state offices. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Vital Records, located in Lincoln, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Nebraska. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Custer County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Custer County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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