4.10.2024
North Omaha Celebrates Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant Milestones
Brinshore Development, LLC, The City of Omaha, The Housing Authority of the City of Omaha (OHA), and Seventy Five North Revitalization Corporation (75N) are pleased to announce the groundbreaking of MLK Square, the final phase of the North 30th Street Choice Neighborhoods Implementation (CNI) effort. Together with the completion of Overlook, Burdette and Wade and the ongoing construction of Davis Ridge, and Malcolm’s Place, the North 30th public/private Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant team is on track to complete all seven phases of the development by Fall 2025.
· Overlook, Burdette and Wade(108 units and 4,000 sf of retail) was just completed at the end of 2024
· Malcolm’s Place (formerly Kennedy Square East) (95 units) is under construction and will be complete in the fall of 2024
· Davis Ridge (41 units) is under construction and will be complete in the fall of 2024
· MLK Square (39 units and3,500 sf of retail) broke ground in April 2024 and will be complete in September of 2025
These creative and community driven public/partnerships stand as tributes to unity and resilience in North Omaha. Designed through an extensive community-centered process, these buildings honor and embody the neighborhood's rich history and culture. Dr. King's legacy will continue this corner as the former "Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center" will be called MLK Square. Malcolm's Place pays homage to Malcolm X, who was born just a few blocks away and whose memorial foundation is nearby.
All the projects were public/private partnerships with funding from private lenders, investors, and philanthropy as well as the City of Omaha, NIFA, the Nebraska Department of Economic Development and the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.
At completion, the development will contain nearly 450 units of new mixed-income, energy-efficient housing in a variety of design styles and product types from studios to 7-bedroomunits. The development also includes new infrastructure, playgrounds, retail storefronts, and community space. All of the units, regardless of whether they are deeply affordable, or market rate are randomly interspersed and indistinguishable from each other so that quality does not relate to the rent that someone can afford to pay.
“This public-private partnership is significantly changing the quality of life for hundreds of families who wish to live and raise families in these neighborhoods,” said Mayor Jean Stothert. “We are fulfilling our commitment to affordable housing, and access to education, jobs and health services. It’s an example of how we change and adapt to community needs.”
“OHA is thrilled to see years of planning and dreaming become a reality for the residents of the North 30th neighborhood. We are a proud partner in the realization of the goals set forth in the transformation plan – including the opportunity for hundreds of families to have a safe, quality neighborhood of choice to call home,” said Joanie Poore, Chief Executive Officer of the Housing Authority of the City of Omaha.
Providing services and offering a “right to return” to the newly constructed units for former residents of Spencer Homes is the core of the development partnership’s mixed-income redevelopment strategy. The OHA and 75N, along with its partners will offer a continuum of services provided collaboratively by 75N and OHA for former residents.
“75 North has been proud to partner in this collaborative effort for ongoing community revitalization along the North 30th corridor, said Sharlon Rodgers, President, and CEO of 75N. This collective team has remained focused on delivering quality and affordable mixed-income housing to the families served. As each development comes to a close, we feel honored to celebrate with residents in this monumental step on their continued path towards intergenerational prosperity."
“The North 30th CNI / Highlander shows what is possible when the public and private sector roll up their sleeves and work collaboratively to revitalize a neighborhood. Highlander / North 30thand its seven phases are an incredible testament to the will of the people of Omaha to build an inclusive, creative, and aspirational future. At Brinshore, we are honored to help play our small part in this incredible story of the history and continued exuberance of North Omaha, North 30th Corridor, and Highlander,” said Richard Sciortino, founder and Principal of Brinshore Development, LLC.
The celebration event is welcome to all residents of the community. Shuttle service will take guests to the site of Malcolm’s Place fora ceremony, followed by unit tours of the site, Greenhouse and Wellness tours led by No More Empty Pots and Community Wellness Collaborative, and a reception at Highlander Accelerator with catering services provided by Big Mama’s Kitchen& Catering and Best Burger.
What: Acelebration for the completion of the closing process for the final phase ofthe North 30th Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant
Who:The City of Omaha, Omaha Housing Authority,Seventy Five North Revitalization Corporation, and Brinshore Development
When:Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Where: North30th Street & Spencer Street, Omaha, NE 68111
Photo Opportunities:
Remarks will begin promptly at 3:30 p.m. City officials and members of the development team will be available for photos from 4:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
· Investment and support for the North 30th/Highlander revitalization effort was made possible by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Nebraska Investment Financing Authority, the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, the Cityof Omaha, the Housing Authority of the City of Omaha, U.S. Bank, Hudson Community Capital, Midwest Housing Equity Group, Sugar Creek Capital, Applegate, Thorne-Thomsen, First National Bank of Omaha, Horizon Bank, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust, Seldin Company and private philanthropy.
· Design and Engineering by LBBA, Inc., Alley Poyner Macchietto and El Dorado architects, Terracon, Thiele, Vireo, and Ehrhart Griffin, TD2, PKMR and Site Design Group.
· Construction by Hausmann Construction, Lueder, Sampson, Lund Ross and Brester.
· The timeline for completion for all phases will be by the end of Fall 2025.