Projects in the 2018-2023 CIP with Future GO Bond Funding

Project Name Description

Transportation Projects

This project implements the improvements developed as part of the 16th Street Corridor Conceptual Re-design Plan. The ultimate project will modify the streetscape on 16th Street between and Leavenworth Street. This project will relocate the transit facilities and landscape the street to 16th St Mall Improvements include back-in angle parking, sidewalks, and lighting. The section from Howard Street to just south of Farnam was completed in 2015. The remaining phases extend from Leavenworth to Howard and from south of Farnam north to Dodge Street.

The 24th Street Road Diet will start at the southern terminus at L Street and extend to Leavenworth Street. The project will convert a general travel lane for the purposes of installing a two-way-left turn lane and dedicated bicycle lanes along the corridor. The project will also include lighting, sidewalk improvements, curb extensions at street corners, and traffic signal coordination and installation. The total proposed length is 2.77 miles. Some of the 24th Street - L to Leavenworth project’s benefits include: Provides a dedicated lane for left turns which decreases rear-end and side-swipe car collisions; Improves visibility for motorists exiting driveways or turning onto 24th Street; Deters speeding, thereby improving safety for all road users; Improves visibility of and for pedestrians crossing 24th Street; Dedicates space for bicycles on 24th Street; Encourages more bicycling and walking in Omaha; Increases customer access to businesses by foot and bike; Does not reduce on-street parking; Does not reduce (and can improve) traffic flow

This project will remove the existing pin and girder bridge which has reached the end of its useful life and replace it with a new low maintenance 26th and “Q” Street Bridge Replacement bridge.

The North Downtown Riverfront Connector Bridge project will span Riverfront Drive and the Union Pacific Railroad, connecting the western terminus of the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge to a point near the intersection of 10th St and Mike Fahey St. The project will enhance bicycle and pedestrian connectivity between the riverfront and North . The existing Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge is a destination for pedestrians and North Downtown Riverfront Pedestrian bicyclists and connects the larger trail systems of Omaha and Council Bluffs, but it is currently difficult to access from destinations in North Downtown, Connector including the TD Ameritrade Stadium, CenturyLink Center, and Creighton University. Construction of the North Downtown (“Baby Bob”) Pedestrian Connector Bridge would complete the connection between these major destinations and would promote further redevelopment in both North Downtown and the Riverfront.

The project will convert the existing 5-lane cross section to 3-lane with a two-way-left turn lane and dedicated bicycle lanes along the corridor. The project will include bicycle facilities, parking, lighting, sidewalk improvements, corner nodes, and traffic signal coordination and installation. The total 30th St - Cuming to Ames Ave project length is 2.15 miles. The project will significantly improve conditions for people walking and biking and will support redevelopment along the corridor.

This project will rehabilitate the brick street on Jones Street between 11th Street and 13th Street. This project was identified in the 2006 Historic Cobblestone/Brick Pavement Rehabilitation Study. The improvements are planned to include updating the roadway and sidewalk to current standards, Jones Street: 11th Street to 13th Street including compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Infrastructure improvements are planned to be completed, including new storm sewer inlets, storm sewer pipe connections, and utility repairs as needed. Pedestrian and parking studies will be conducted to inventory the current conditions and identify future improvements, including along 12th Street.

Q Street – 36th to 42nd Street The existing 2-lane section will be replaced and improved and tie into the improved 42nd Street intersection which was completed in 2016.

The existing two-lane section will be evaluated for replacement as a two-lane section or being upgraded to a three-lane urban section with turn lanes 48th Street - Q to Harrison Street at the major intersections. Storm sewers will also be installed as part of the improvements and sidewalks will be brought up to current standards.

This project improves the safety of all people moving through the Leavenworth Street corridor from 31st Street/St. Mary’s Ave to 39th Street and continues implementation of the first phase of the Bike Omaha network (aka the “20-Mile Loop”). The project includes resurfacing of the street with a four-to-three vehicle lane reconfiguration and the addition of bicycle lanes in both directions. The four-to-three conversion is a proven safety and efficiency improvement and is supported by a traffic study conducted in conjunction with Live Well Omaha. The project will support safe and Leavenworth Street - 31st Street to 39th comfortable active transportation through the provision of bicycle facilities and by reducing the barrier impact of Leavenworth Street to pedestrian Street travel, a concern voiced by area neighborhood associations. The project is also expected to boost economic development along the corridor. The Transportation Element of the Master Plan specifically identifies this stretch of Leavenworth street as a candidate for a four-to-three conversion and supports bicycle transportation. The MAPA Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan calls for bicycle lanes on this stretch of Leavenworth, and the project is included in the Midtown Vision 2050.

The existing two-lane roadway will be widened to a three-lane urban section with turn lanes at the major intersections. Storm sewers will also be Q Street – 48th Street to 60th Street installed as part of the improvements and sidewalks will be brought up to current standards. Design and right-of-way acquisition will occur between 2017 and 2020 with construction occurring in 2021.

This project assisted with new and improved public infrastructure in the area of UNO’s recently constructed Baxter Arena in Aksarben. To improve connectivity and traffic flow to and from the arena, the City constructed the following improvements: a new 67th Street bridge over the Little Papillion UNO Arena Street Improvements Creek; intersection improvements at 67th St and Center; intersection improvements at 64th Ave and Center; and an extension of Arbor Street connecting the Arena to 60th Street to the east.

72nd and Maple Intersection This project will add dual left turn lanes at the intersection of Maple and 72nd Street. New traffic signals are also included. Improvements

This project includes right-of-way and capacity improvements to the intersection at Saddle Creek Road and Leavenworth Street. Provides an exclusive Saddle Creek and Leavenworth westbound right turn lane, westbound and eastbound dual left turn lanes, and southbound right turn lane. The project will expand turn lane storage Improvements and will eliminate the complex full access at the intersection of Saddle Creek Road and 48th Street.

This project will add channelized right turn lanes for all approaches to the intersection and will straighten the existing alignment of 60th St to be 60th and Harrison Street Improvements perpendicular with Harrison Street.

This project will be evaluated for widening to a three-lane urban section or 2-lane rural with improved ditch sections. Section will be evaluated for 78th Street - Mercy Road to Pacific Street construction of sidewalks meeting current standards. Design began in 2013 with right-of-way acquisition estimated to be started in 2019 and construction estimated to occur in 2020.

This project involves constructing new pavement to a five-lane section. The project would also modernize related infrastructure, such as drainages and 108th Street - Madison Street to Q Street sidewalks, to comply with current standards. Noise walls will also be constructed as required in the corridor.

Crown Point – 72nd Street to Blair High The existing 4-lane section has reached the end of its useful life. This project will rehabilitate the existing pavement and install ADA compliant ramps Road and sidewalks meeting current standards.

This project will reconstruct 108th street to a standard three lane urban section. Storm sewers, ADA compliant ramps, and sidewalks meeting current 108th-Decatur Street to Burt Street standards will be installed as part of this project.

84th and Dodge Street Intersection This project will align the intersection of 84th and Dodge Street with the intersection of 84th Street and Indian Hills Drive to improve safety and traffic Improvements flow. Projects in the 2018-2023 CIP with Future GO Bond Funding

This project will upgrade the existing two-lane rural road to a four-lane divided urban roadway with turn lanes at the major intersections. Storm sewers, 120th Street - Stonegate Drive to Fort ADA compliant ramps, bike trail and sidewalks meeting current standards will be installed as part of this project. This project will also widen the existing Street bridge over the Big Papillion Creek. The project is intended to improve the consistency of 120th Street’s roadway cross-section, improve the continuity of pedestrian facilities, increase roadway capacity, and improve safety.

This project will widen the existing two lane section of 156th Street to a four-lane divided section with turn lanes at the major intersections. Blondo 156th Street: Pepperwood Drive to Corby Street between 155th and 160th Street will also be widened from a 2-lane section to a four-lane divided section, tying into the recently completed Street Phase 2 improvements to Blondo Street between 155th and Eldorado Drive (Phase 1). The project also includes the installation of a trail and storm sewers, ADA curb ramps, and street lighting.

168th Street - West Center Road to “Q” This is a major street widening project and will improve the roadway to a four-lane divided section. Storm sewers, ADA compliant ramps, bike trail and Street sidewalks meeting current standards will be installed as part of this project.

168th Street - West Center Road to This project involves improving the roadway from an existing rural section to a four-lane divided section. Storm sewers, ADA compliant ramps, and Poppleton Avenue sidewalks meeting current standards will be installed as part of this project. Traffic signals and turn lanes will be added at the major intersections.

This project will widen the existing 2-lane rural section to a 4-lane divided section with turn lanes at the major intersections and a new bridge at 123rd Harrison Street - 147th Street to 157th Street. Storm sewers, ADA compliant ramps, bike trail and sidewalks meeting current standards will be installed as part of this project. Sarpy County is Street the lead on this project.

192nd and Dodge Street Interchange This project funds the street improvements needed to widen 192nd Street and reconfigure the 192nd & Dodge interchange.

132nd and Center Street Intersection This Federally funded Safety project will increase capacity at this intersection. Dual left turn lanes and right turn lanes will be constructed on all four Improvements legs of the intersection. The project is intended to improve safety and traffic flow.

192nd and Center Street Intersection This project will increase capacity at this intersection with the construction of dual left turn lanes and right turn lanes on all four legs of the intersection. Improvements A sight distance issue for southbound traffic will also be corrected, improving safety.

This project involves improving the roadway from an existing rural section to a four-lane divided section. Storm sewers, ADA compliant ramps, trails 156th Street: Pacific to Dodge and sidewalks meeting current standards will be installed as part of this project. Traffic signals and turn lanes will be added at the major intersections. Design will start in 2017 with construction anticipated in 2021.

The existing two-lane rural section will be evaluated for replacement in kind or upgrading to a three-lane urban section. Storm sewers, ADA compliant 114th Street – Pacific to West Center Road ramps, and sidewalks meeting current standards will be installed as part of this project.

This is a major street widening project which will continue the improvements made as part of the current projects to be constructed between 168th Street – V Street to Harrison Street Poppleton Avenue and Q Street. The existing 2-lane rural section will be improved to a 4-lane divided section with turn lanes at the major intersections. Storm sewers, ADA compliant ramps, bike trail and sidewalks meeting current standards will be installed as part of this project.

This project will widen the existing 2-lane rural section to a 4-lane divided section with turn lanes at the major intersections and a new bridge at 123rd Fort Street – 123rd to 132nd Street Street. Storm sewers, ADA compliant ramps, bike trail and sidewalks meeting current standards will be installed as part of this project.

This is a major street widening project and will improve the existing 2-lane rural section to a 4-lane divided section with channelization at the major Pacific Street - 169th to 183rd intersections. Storm sewers, ADA compliant ramps, bike trail and sidewalks meeting current standards will be installed as part of this project. The funding programmed is for design.

This program finances the City’s share of bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects. This is a city-wide program that includes major repair, Bridge Replacement and Reconstruction approach replacement, re-decking and replacement of bridges.

The Bicycle Parking Program was established through the 2013-2018 CIP. As of early 2017, 419 bicycle racks had been installed at locations throughout the city. Continuation of the program will further the city’s goal of supporting healthy and affordable transportation options for Omaha’s residents and Bicycle Parking Program guests. The provision of bicycle racks offers people a safe and secure place to store their bicycles at the end of their trip. In addition, the provision of infrastructure to promote multimodal transportation encourages more efficient development patterns.

The Complete Streets Corridor Study Program is a mechanism to implement the city’s Complete Streets Policy, adopted by City Council in September 2015. The current phase of the program in 2017 is development of the Complete Streets Design Manual. It will build off of past street design efforts, consolidating existing guidelines in one document and rectifying inconsistencies in the standards where appropriate. The Design Manual will define Complete Streets Corridor Study Program street typologies that are responsive to adjacent land uses and local contexts, craft roadway and intersection designs supportive of all modes of transportation, and develop an implementation and maintenance plan to ensure the successful incorporation of Complete Streets elements into the City’s future projects. The implementation plan will include a standard protocol for public engagement to guide the construction and reconstruction of city streets. Future phases will help apply the standards defined in the Manual through targeted planning and capital projects.

This project provides funds for the widening and improvement of major intersections to provide additional traffic capacity. Intersections to be Major Intersection Improvements improved are contained in a list of high priority locations compiled by the Public Works Department.

Major Street Curb and Inlet Replacement This program allows for the total removal and reconstruction of curbs and street sewer inlets along major streets, and is coordinated with the major Program street resurfacing program. Once curbs and inlets are reconstructed, driving surfaces are overlaid with asphalt.

Neighborhood Curb and Inlet This program allows for the total removal and reconstruction of curbs and street sewer inlets along major streets, and is coordinated with the major Rehabilitation Program street resurfacing program. Once curbs and inlets are reconstructed, driving surfaces are overlaid with asphalt.

This project funds construction of sidewalks along both local and major streets. It is City policy to require sidewalk construction in all new development. Sidewalks & ADA Ramps The City’s Transportation Master Plan calls for allocating an annual portion of the capital improvement budget to addressing the sidewalk backlog, both in terms of new sidewalks and maintenance of existing sidewalks in priority areas.

Street Improvement Capital This project facilitates traffic flow in congested areas by funding minor street widenings and turn lanes.

Street Improvement Districts are formed at the request of property owners. Primarily, fund expenditures are for residential street construction projects. This fund also includes new paving and asphalt projects. The funds programmed below are the city’s portion of funds to be leveraged with additional Street Improvement Districts funds to be determined on a project by projects basis. These additional funds will be assessed to and paid by the property owners through the Special Assessment process. Projects in the 2018-2023 CIP with Future GO Bond Funding

This program funds implementation of traffic calming measures addressed in the Transportation Element of the Master Plan. Funding for this project Traffic Calming Program will go towards physical improvements on local residential streets, so that they may be used more safely and efficiently by pedestrians, bicyclists, transit, and autos.

This project will be funded with 80% Federal STP funding and will begin in 2017 and continue with a funding level of $750,000 federal for the next 5 years. The project will consist of installing fiber optic cable, central signal system software and cameras to enable the updating of our signal control Traffic Control Center system. Ultimately, the City will have a full time employee at the Nebraska Dept. of Transportation district operations center to monitor and adjust the system.

New traffic signals will be installed at various locations in the City as needs are identified. Traffic control cameras will be mounted at several major Traffic Signal Installation intersections throughout the City.

This project was developed to provide ongoing funding for the design and construction of safety projects throughout the City. Federal funding will be Citywide Safety Projects utilized wherever possible to supplement the City funding. The funds may be used to supplement other capital improvement projects or to fund stand- alone safety projects, such as the 32nd Avenue Safety, Streetscape, and Bicycle Facility project, completed in 2016.

This program was developed to carry forward projects identified as necessary to maintain and improve the City’s infrastructure. These will typically be Infrastructure Rehabilitation smaller projects that can be completed in a shorter time frame.

Urban Design Retrofit Projects will correct substandard conditions of the public rights-of-way in Omaha’s urban design districts related to sidewalks, street trees, street lighting and other elements identified in the Urban Design Zoning Code, Omaha Streetscape Handbook and the Master Plan. Urban Design Retrofit Projects Projects may be done in conjunction with redevelopment activity and leverage other local funds as available such as BID contributions or TIF or as standalone streetscape projects. Note that this project consolidates the scope and funding of the Green Streets Master Plan project (#505 in the 2017- 2022 CIP) and Downtown Priority Streetscapes project (#509 in the 2017-2022 CIP) from previous Capital Improvement Programs.

Environment (Sewer Bond) Projects

The levee system along the Missouri River provides flood protection for downtown Omaha. The maintenance of the levee system is the responsibility Missouri River Flood Levee Maintenance & of the City of Omaha. This is a four-phase project needed to have the Missouri River Levee certified by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Phase 1 Repairs (construction of relief wells) is expected to begin in late 2017 and be completed in May of 2018. Phases 2 through 4 will take place in 2018, 2019, and 2020.

This project involves the purchase of select homes and/or business properties along the Cole Creek Channel. This is a mixed use area of commercial Cole Creek Flood Mitigation and residential properties that receive periodic damage during heavy storms. The buyout will be a joint effort with the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resource District.

This program was developed to fund channel restoration/rehabilitation projects identified as necessary to maintain the City’s storm drainage infrastructure. Channel rehabilitation projects scheduled for the 2018-2023 timeframe include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Thomas Creek - State Street to Little Papio (approx. 2020) - Thomas Creek has experienced severe channel degradation, including downcutting and bank erosion. This has compromised City infrastructure, including roads, bridges, culverts, storm sewer, and sanitary sewers. The intent of this project is to perform a study to determine the extent of the stream degradation and to identify stabilization and restoration measures that will control erosion, reduce inspection and maintenance costs, and protect vital City infrastructure. • Q Street Channel - Millard (approx. 2021) - The channel south of Q Street from Millard Avenue to 136th Street is a degraded urban channel of poor Channel Rehabilitation Program quality. The intent of this project is to perform a study to identify potential stabilization and restoration measures that will control erosion and protect City infrastructure and private property, while restoring stream quality. • South Omaha tributary to Big Papio (approx. 2022) - This tributary, running from approximately 45th Street and U Street to its confluence with the Big Papio Creek at approximately 60th Street and Harrison Street has experienced significant channel degradation over the years, including downcutting and bank erosion. The intent of this project is to perform a study to determine the extent of the stream degradation and to identify stabilization and restoration measures that will control erosion, reduce inspection and maintenance costs, and protect vital City infrastructure.

Additional projects will be identified as needs arise.

This is an ongoing program that provides storm sewer relief throughout the City as needs arise. A notable project to be constructed in 2017 is the 206th Local Neighborhood Storm Sewer & West Maple/North Main Circle storm sewer improvements, which involves the extension of storm sewer from Cleveland Street up to North Main Improvements Circle to improve drainage in this area. The project will reduce maintenance costs and protect the street surface from deterioration. Future 2018-2023 local neighborhood storm sewer projects will be identified on an ongoing basis.

This is an ongoing program that repairs erosion caused by stormwater as well as related stormwater infrastructure. The following projects are anticipated to be constructed during the 2018-2020 timeframe:

• Little Papio Creek at Blair High Road - This project involves the replacement of a damaged stormwater outfall to the Little Papillion Creek and repair of erosion. The project is necessary to protect nearby infrastructure, including a sanitary interceptor sewer and private property. • Harry Anderson Ave at West Papio - On the west side of Harry Anderson Avenue, at approximately V Street, an eroded stormwater ditch has exposed a sanitary sewer. This project involves the repair and stabilization of the stormwater ditch and protection of the exposed sanitary sewer. • 99th & Ida Street - Erosion at a public storm sewer outlet combined with channel downcutting in a tributary to Thomas Creek has led to failure of a Erosion/Storm Sewer Repair storm sewer pipe, and is threatening a culvert under a State Highway, as well as a billboard on private property. This project will repair the storm sewer pipe, stabilize the channel, and protect the culvert and adjacent private property. • 126th & Sky Park Drive - A degraded public storm sewer will be replaced in order to provide safe and adequate drainage for the neighborhood. Replacing the storm sewer asset will improve safety, protect private property, and have a positive impact on the maintenance budget. • 217th & Ridge Circle - A collapsed public storm sewer has led to sinkholes in yards. Replacement of the storm sewer will reduce maintenance costs and is necessary to provide adequate drainage to the neighborhood while eliminating the current safety hazard.

Additional projects will be identified as needs arise.

Parks and Recreation Projects

This project will provide for the design and construction of a new playground and picnic facilities near the recently completed Adams Park wetlands and detention area. The park’s existing playground is aged and deficient in terms of ADA access. There are currently no picnic shelters within the park. Adams Park - Playground & Picnic Areas The new picnic facilities, playground, and associated walking paths will enhance recreational opportunities for residents in this park district and promote physical activity.

Mandan Park Renovations This project will provide for the design and construction of yet to be determined improvements to Mandan Park. Projects in the 2018-2023 CIP with Future GO Bond Funding

This project will provide a new outdoor swimming pool at the existing Common Ground Recreation Center. The current outdoor pool near the Elkhorn Middle School will be closed and removed after this new pool is constructed. The existing Elkhorn pool is in extremely poor condition, does not meet Common Ground Outdoor Pool (Elkhorn) ADA standards, and has no city parking. The site at Common Ground was designed to acommodate an outdoor pool similar to this request. The project would reduce maintenance costs and would not increase staffing costs.

This project will provide for the design & construction of walking paths throughout the park, including a multiuse trail circling the lake. The project will Lawrence Youngman Lake Park Trail promote physical activity and contribute to creating a safe, connected walking and biking network in the area.

This project addresses the need to rehabilitate the city’s older, major parks. Community parks are those that draw from the entire community and have multiple amenities. Examples of these parks include TaHaZouka, Elmwood, Lynch and Standing Bear Lake among others. Improvements to these parks can include but is not limited to renovation or installation of a playground, walkways, or picnic facilities as well as upgrading sports fields/courts. Community Park Rehabilitation Recently completed projects include: playground (2016), Ta Ha Zouka Park playground (2016), and Lake Zorinsky playground (2015). Planned projects for 2017 include: Standing Bear Lake playground and walking trail and playground.

Green Streets includes funding historic boulevard lighting, wayfinding and landscaping improvements in accordance with the City’s Green Streets Master Plan (2007) and Historic Boulevards Master Plan (2013). Most recently, funds have been set aside for decorative light bases and signage to Green Streets Master Plan support and enhance the John Creighton Boulevard CSO project. As boulevard projects (which are both Public Works and Parks projects) move forward, funds will be provided on an ongoing basis as needed.

The Parks and Recreation Element of the Master Plan recognizes Omaha’s unique potential for establishing a comprehensive trail transportation and recreation system and recommends trails for both purposes. The plan illustrates linear corridors interconnecting major parks, improving park access for residential areas and addressing the expanding demand for walking/biking facilities. Additionally, the plan promotes the development of trails as alternative transportation opportunities by constructing wider walkways along selected City streets. These funds are typically utilized as match for Papio-Missouri Natural Resources District Cost Share Grants, private grants, and federal Recreational Trails Program Grants. Linear Trail Corridors Projects substantially completed in 2016 included the South Omaha Trail Phase 2 and the Turner Blvd Trail Extension from Dodge Street to California Sreet. Trail projects scheduled for construction in 2017 include the Turner Blvd Trail from the Field Club Trail to S. 36th Street. Future trail projects from 2018 to 2023 will include the Riverfront Trail Phase IV (see project 2014P110), West Papio Trail from Q to Harrison Streets, Blondo Street Trail from N. 160th to the West Papio Trail, and the Cunningham Lake Trail.

The City has over 130 neighborhood parks which primarily serve residents within a 1/2 mile radius. This program’s goal is to renovate these smaller parks by upgrading existing facilities and/or constructing new improvements. Parks are selected based on safety of park equipment, age, accessibility and need by the neighborhood. Funds will be used to renovate 2-3 neighborhood parks per year. Neighborhood park renovation projects identified for Neighborhood Park Renovations 2017 include the Park Playground Expansion funded largely with donations, as well as McKinley, Harper Valley, and Fair Meadows Parks. Future projects from 2018 to 2023 will include Tomahawk Hills, LeBeau, Albright, Adams, Brown, Munnelly, Esther Pilster and Autumn Heights Parks. Projects substantially completed in 2016 include Yale, Crosskey Villages, Kingswood, Bemis and Benson Lions Parks.

This project will provide funds for the reconstruction or rehabilitation of existing outdoor park features. These projects are typically small in scale but still capital improvements. Examples of this type of project include erosion and drainage improvements, park signage, fencing, recreational court upgrades or rehabilitation, and benches and other site furnishings. Please note that the scope and funding fo project 511 - Recreational Courts in the 2017-2022 CIP has been consolidated into this project. Outdoor Park Facilities Construction/Renovation Recently completed projects in 2016 include placement of new parks signs within various neighborhood and community parks, parking lot fencing in Freedom Park, Prairie Lane Park pickleball courts, and erosion repairs along the Barrington Park trail.

Planned projects for 2017 include: USS Omaha Sail and Rudder display in Levi Carter Park, installation of assembly area seating at Hummel day camp, and new park signage.

The Parks, Recreation & Public Property Department regularly updates a Parks Roads and Parking Lot study that assesses current conditions throughout all parks, inventories needs, determines costs and sets priorities on individual projects based on available funding. This project will provide funding to renovate or rehabilitate park roads and parking lots within the city’s park system. Completed projects from 2016 include the Hefflinger Park road Park Roads and Parking Lots Renovation resurfacing, phase I. Park Roads and Parking Lots identified for 2017 include the Hefflinger Park road resurfacing, phase II, Seymour Smith Road, Memorial Park playground parking lot and Florence Library and Community Center parking lot. Future projects from 2018 to 2023 will include Tranquility Park Road, Lamp Park Road & parking lot, Hefflinger parking lot, and others as needs arise.

This project renovates and improves park and recreation buildings and structures. Facility needs are assessed each year and projects for funding are Parks and Recreation Major Buildings selected on a priority basis. Projects completed in 2016 include Elmwood Clubhouse siding, Hanscom Tennis interior remodel and District 3 Rehabilitation Program Maintenance building exterior renovations. Projects planned for 2017 include Dewey Park building renovation, Hanscom Park greenhouse renovation, Columbus Community Center HVAC controls and Motto McLean Ice Arena controls.

Many public pieces of art are located in City parks and on public property. This project allocates funds to assist in maintaining and refurbishing existing pieces or, sometimes, in installing new art. In the coming years, several projects at the Gene Leahy Mall will be completed including the relocation of two of the “Take a Seat” art benches and relocation of “Shadowbox”. Grading around the “Mangonel II” sculpture will be completed to address a Public Art Rehabilitation drainage issue. The aging plexi-glass enclosing “Frankie’s Pain” will be replaced. And the “Vanishing Point” bench and the “Pencil” sculpture will both be repainted and “Rebar” will be repaired. Recently completed projects include relocation of “Praxis” from a former Nebraska Game and Parks Visitors Center to Hanscom Park, refurbishing “Patrick” at Pipal Park, and re-painting the “Colorful Crescendos” at the Gene Leahy Mall.

This project continues the implementation of the Suburban Park Master Plan by designating funds for the development of recreational facilities associated with Damsite 15a, currently under construction by the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District. The P-MRNRD is constructing the dam northwest of 168th and Fort, and the initial phase of recreation facilities, including two park access areas with parking, picnic shelters and comfort Suburban Park Master Plan Development stations. A loop trail is being installed around the lake, also by the P-MRNRD. The City proposes to construct a community park with a ballfield, playground, additional parking and trail connections at the north access off of Ida Street. It is anticipated these improvements will be in place by Summer 2018.

The Omaha Park System contains 16 outdoor pools, 3 indoor pools and 9 splash pads. Such facilities require continual upgrading, but specific projects will be selected based on an analysis of all facilities. Construction of new pools or the total reconstruction of existing pools will be programed as Swimming Pool Rehabilitation specific projects. Projects completed in 2016 include a new UV filter at the Common Ground pool. Projects to be completed in 2017 include adding water slides to Cryer Park Pool and Lee Valley Park Pool and Mockingbird Pool UV Filter. Future projects from 2018 to 2023 include the replacement of the Spring Lake Park Pool, among other projects yet to be determined. Projects in the 2018-2023 CIP with Future GO Bond Funding

There are currently over 120 miles of multi-use, recreational trails and park walkways in the City of Omaha. The City has been successful in designing and building multi-use, recreational trails, however many are now needing pavement and retaining wall repair and replacement. There are also many sidewalks within and adjacent to City parks that are in need of repair and replacement.

Projects substantially completed in 2016 include Brookhaven Park trail relocation, Meadow Lane Park trail replacements, Memorial Park trail Trails & Park Sidewalks replacement, Keystone Trail retaining wall replacement at Pine Street, and concrete pavement repair/replacement for parks and trails in various locations. Projects identified in 2017 include Keystone Trail retaining wall replacement at Cass Street, West Papio Trail relocation in Bent Creek Park, Elmwood Park Trail replacement, and concrete pavement repair/replacement for parks and trails in various locations. Future projects from 2018 to 2023 will include Standing Bear Lake Trail access, Woodhaven Park Trails replacement, Blondo Street Trail Extension to the West Papio Trail, Big Papio Trail Extension from Hefflinger Park to Tranquility Park, and other projects as needs are identified.

Throughout Omaha’s park system, over 60 pedestrian bridges are available for public use. These bridges allow for park users to pass from one section Trail Bridge Inspections and of a park to another, allowing for uninterrupted use of our trails and connectivity within our public spaces. This project provides funds for the regular Rehabilitations inspection, evaluation and condition reports on all park bridges, and funding of subsequent repairs. Project completed in 2016 was the replacement of the pedestrian bridge in Benson Park.

This project provides funds to continue the city’s financial investment in its green infrastructure throughout the park system. The department uses a diverse tree planting palette to ensure a broad base in the trees species throughout the city. Funds are also used to leverage grants from sources like Tree Planting the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum. Projects completed in 2016 include plantings around the new Benson Lions playground. Planned projects for 2017 include tree plantings at the new cricket field in Dodge Park, Regency Park and Elmwood Park near the playground.

This project funds renovation or upgrades to existing facilities that are used for outdoor athletic activities. These projects could include adding covers to ball field dugouts, upgrading bleachers or other furnishings, or renovation of the field surfacing. Some of the projects are a partnership between the Sports Facilities city and other organizations, so city staff will work with these organizations to identify specific projects. Projects completed from 2015 to present include expansion of dugouts at the Kelley Ball Fields and replacement of outfield fencing at Kelley. Planned projects for 2017 include upgrades to the dugouts at the Benson Park ballfield.

The Omaha golf system contains four eighteen-hole courses, four nine-hole courses and a youth course. This project provides ongoing funding to upgrade and rehabilitate the existing facilities and infrastructure. Total reconstruction of a course will be programmed as a specific project. Projects Golf Course Rehabilitation completed in 2016 include retaining walls on Elmwood Golf Course and a remodel of the Elmwood clubhouse exterior. Projects planned for completion in 2017 include completion of paved cart paths at Elmwood Golf Course and a pond fountain at Johnny Goodman Golf Course.

This project provides ongoing funding to bring into ADA compliance existing outdoor and indoor park facilities. Specific facilities will be evaluated and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) updated on a priority basis. Previously completed projects in 2016 and earlier include purchase and installation of ramps and lift chairs at City pools. Renovations Planned projects to be completed in 2017 include removal of non-ADA compliant toddler pools and installation of accessible spraygrounds at Roanoke Pool and Elmwood Pool and rehabilitation of the Florence Community Center parking to better provide for accessible parking.

This project provides ongoing funding to treat selected ash trees and to also remove selected trees. Funds within this project are also allocated to provide for the re-planting of trees where ash trees have been removed. In 2016, city employees treated forty-five ash trees throughout the city’s parks and rights-of-way. Planned for 2017, the City will treat over 1,600 ash trees and remove 1,000 ash trees. Each year thereafter, the City plans to remove Emerald Ash Borer 1,000 trees per year until all the condemned ash trees have been removed. Along with tree removals, the city will be contracting to plant approximately 500 - 700 trees per year for the next five years. Specific planting projects include the Ramble Ridge neighborhood, Millers Landing, Trendwood Park, Bryan Park and Englewood Park. In 2018, the city plans to treat about 1,144 ash trees and continue tree plantings and removals.

Public Safety Projects

The Omaha Fire Department’s 15-year fire apparatus replacement is an ongoing project continuation that funds the replacement of 4-Engine Companies. Replacement promotes public health and safety as technological advances provide apparatus that are easier to use, more reliable and safer to operate while producing fewer emissions with less impact on the local environment. The fiscal benefts of regularly replacing apparatus are significant as maintenance, repair and fuel costs can be reduced by as much as 20%, which equates to approximately $10,000 per apparatus per year. In addition, features such as traction devices and warning lights promote safe driving. These projects are ongoing (15-year plan) and will be completed as the year approaches for which they are listed in the CIP. The following types of apparatus are included in the Fire Apparatus Replacement program:

Medic Units - The Omaha Fire Department’s 15-year vehicle replacement plan ensures medic units that have aged beyond their useful life are replaced systematically with new medic units manufactured with durable over the road body/chassis and patient compartments that are interoperable with surrounding agencies and equipped with advanced EMS technologies. The procurement of these vehicles will extend the life of the medic unit fleet Fire Apparatus Replacement and provide a more efficient plan for future replacement of vehicles.

New Engines (Pumpers) - New fire engines will be purchased as replacements for existing equipment that is 20 or more years of age (aged beyond their useful life). This 15-year replacement plan systematically replaces end-of-life fire engines with new engines that are in line with DOT, EPA and NFPA emissions standards while reducing fuel and care/maintenance costs. Replacement will have the added benefit of improving the reserve engine fleet by allowing for the surplus of apparatus that are 25 years or older.

New Aerial Ladder Trucks - New aerial ladder trucks will be purchased to replace equipment that has aged beyond its certifiable life span. Aerial ladder trucks currently on front-line duty will be moved to reserve status or surplus. The procurement of these apparatus will extend the life of the fleet and provide a more efficient plan for future replacement. This plan promotes efficiency in terms of technology, maintenance/repairs, fuel economy and environmental impact.

Construct a tactical village at the Public Safety Training Complex. The tactical village is intended to be a collection of small structures used to simulate a variety of residential and commercial buildings arranged in a typical City of Omaha street grid pattern. Simulations also include fire-training props, Public Safety Training Center Tactical confined space and simulated hazardous materials training facilities. Concrete work for the tactical village was completed in the spring of 2008 and Village since that time, simulation props have been constructed for use. Tactical Village props allow emergency services providers to conduct reality based training on real world props, thus promoting enhanced service delivery to the community.

Public Facilities Projects

This project will replace the 70-year-old Fire Station 31 with a new four (4) apparatus bay and ten (10) bedroom modern Fire Station. Efficiency and Fire Station #31 service levels are expected to be enhanced as the station is relocated using GIS mapping to a new location that is expected to improve response times.

Fire Station #53 This project will replace the 59-year-old Fire Station 53 with a new four (4) apparatus bay and ten (10) bedroom modern Fire Station.

This project includes constructing a facility to accommodate the current specialty vehicles used by the Emergency Response Unit and any future specialty vehicles. The facility will be sited at the Public Safety Training Center. The facility would also require office space for personnel assigned, a Emergency Response Unit / Bomb Squad weapons storage vault, a training room for the Bomb Squad and ERU personnel, storage area for specialty equipment, an on-site maintenance/repair Building area, and a locker room. Garage bays need to house two Mobile Command Posts, armored rescue vehicle, bomb truck, bomb pickup, bomb van, containment vessel trailer, mitigation trailer, post blast trailer, and three raid vans. Projects in the 2018-2023 CIP with Future GO Bond Funding

This project will fund construction of a new police precinct. The new precinct will be located in Elkhorn and accomodate expansion of the Omaha Police Fifth Police Precinct Dept. to 900 sworn officers by 2019. Existing police precinct boundaries will be redrawn to provide enhanced service levels across the entire City of Omaha.

Fleet Management Building Addition and The Public Facilities Master Plan recommends that an addition and site improvements be made to the Fleet Management Building to provide for Site Improvements growth of the fleet and maintenance staff.

The City of Omaha maintains and manages Libraries, Police, Fire and Public Works Facilities. A “Facility Priority Planning Committee” develops an City-Wide Building Renovations/System annual need assessment in which all “General Building” needs are ranked and prioritized into a citywide needs analysis and adjusted continuously to Replacement maintain safe occupancy of all buildings. This committee prioritizes emergency repairs to meet building safety and code compliance as the highest priority. Upgrades to mechanical systems, emergency generators, parking lots, and building renovations receive lower priority.

This table includes projects in the 2018-2023 CIP that are partly or wholly funded by future general obligation bond issuances. Projects and all information associated with them may be subject to change as the CIP is updated each year.