(Lincoln) Today former Fremont Mayor Joey Spellerberg was sworn in as Nebraska’s 47th State Treasurer, taking on the role of the state’s chief financial officer. Spellerberg replaces former Treasurer Tom Briese, who resigned from the position earlier this week.
“This is a tremendous honor, and I look forward to continuing the good work started by Treasurer Briese. I am so excited for the opportunities this new challenge presents,” Spellerberg said. “I pledge I will be a trusted financial advisor for the State of Nebraska.”
As Treasurer, Spellerberg will also serve as Trustee of the Nebraska Educational Savings Trust (NEST529), Nebraska’s state-sponsored 529 college savings plan, and the Enable Savings Plan, a tax-advantage savings program for individuals with qualifying disabilities. He will also administer the dispersal of unclaimed property received by the state and will oversee the receipt and dispersal of child support payments. As Treasurer he will serve as a member of the Board of State Canvassers, the Nebraska Investment Council, and the State Records Board.
Spellerberg has been mayor of Fremont since 2020. He was re-elected to his second term last year. Spellerberg’s administration has focused on fiscal responsibility, public safety, attracting new business and economic development. Spellerberg has led efforts to reduce the city’s property tax levy and has helped to establish the Fremont Inland Port Authority.
