The Omaha City Council is set to meet on Tuesday, and several key items are on the agenda. Here’s a look at some of the important discussions:
City Tree Stump Removal Contract
Under item No. 6, a consent agenda item will award the city’s tree stump and removal contract to Monster Tree Service of Omaha. Another bid from Vinny’s Tree Service was reviewed but ultimately rejected.
Cinco De Mayo Parade Route
Item No. 20 will discuss the city allotting the route for the Cinco De Mayo parade, and it will include both a consent agenda and a public hearing.
Demolition of Cryer Park Pool
Item No. 28 involves a consent agenda and a public hearing on the proposed demolition of Cryer Park Pool.
Omaha Bikeway Project
Item No. 34 focuses on the design and construction of a portion of Omaha’s bikeway project, with a consent agenda and a public hearing scheduled for discussion.
Affordable Housing Incentives
Under item No. 38, there will be a public hearing and a vote on a resolution directing city planning to work with the Affordable Housing Task Force and TIF Committee.
The goal is to develop a policy with rules and procedures that encourage affordable housing in redevelopment projects seeking Tax Increment Financing (TIF).
The Omaha City Council meeting will begin at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, and the meeting will be livestreamed on the city’s website.
