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ODIDA News Archive for Downtown Omaha
Welcome to the ODIDA News Archive, your source for updates and insights from ODIDA. We keep you informed about ongoing initiatives, impactful projects, and key events.
Improvement District News & Announcements
Marketing & Communications Coordinator Job Opening
ODIDA is hiring a full-time Marketing & Communications Coordinator in the Omaha-area. View job details, qualifications, compensation, and how to apply.
Downtown Cleanup Days
Join Downtown Cleanup Days in Omaha. Volunteer one hour to help keep Downtown clean. Monthly events April through September. Supplies provided.
Downtown Alley Alive | First Friday Art Walk
Downtown Alley Alive is a free, all ages pilot alley activation event in the Old Market on Friday, May 1 from 5 to 9 PM. Enjoy live music, live art, food and drink offers, and First Friday Art Walk energy in the 11th Street alley between Howard and Jackson.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Route and Closures
March 14 St. Patrick’s Day Parade advisory with route, street closures, parking, and transit tips for North Downtown Omaha, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A New Home for Downtown Omaha Information
ODIDA’s new website is live, and it is built to make Downtown information easier to find, easier to share, and easier to use. Explore events, projects, resources, and ways to get involved, all in one place.
2024 Stakeholder Survey – Key Trends & Takeaways
2024 stakeholder feedback shows safety, cleanliness, and a welcoming downtown matter most. ODIDA will continue advocating with the City & partners to address key priorities.
16th Street Alley Lighting Project
Upgraded lighting in an alley by installing LED fixtures with dusk-to-dawn photocells to deter criminal problems, boosting visibility at entries while reducing glare and spill.
2025 Public Forum: Reimagining Omaha
The sold-out event brought the community together to reflect on Omaha’s transportation history and imagine a more connected future.
Utility Box Art Wrap Project
Across Omaha’s Central Business District and Old Market District, colorful designs now brighten the streetscape, celebrating local talent while making Downtown more vibrant and welcoming.
Tree Guard Program
Protect street trees. Elevate curb appeal. Create a consistent, welcoming streetscape across Downtown Omaha.
Taking Ownership: The Role of Property Owners in Alley Maintenance
Downtown alleys are more than just back entrances—they’re essential corridors for services, safety, and everyday life.
Snow Removal Responsibilities in Downtown Omaha
Snow season is here, and keeping our sidewalks, crosswalks, and public spaces safe is a shared responsibility.
Who’s Responsible in Downtown Omaha?
Downtown Omaha is a shared space—maintained, activated, and improved by many different partners. We often hear the question: “Who’s responsible for what?” To help clarify, here’s a quick breakdown of the roles each group plays in keeping Downtown clean, green, safe, and welcoming.
SafeWalk Program
Helping everyone feel secure in Downtown Omaha though our program in partnership with Lion’s Gate Security, ODIDA contracted private security firm.
Summer Security Update
We’re excited to welcome everyone, and we’re also preparing to make sure Downtown remains safe, clean, and enjoyable throughout the season.
ODID Secures $24,000 Grant for 50 Faces, 50 Stories Campaign
“50 Faces, 50 Stories” is a locally produced video series that shines a light on the diverse people who shape the Old Market’s cultural fabric—residents, business owners, artists, and more
ODIDA Election Results 2025
These elected individuals will serve on the ODIDA Board helping to guide initiatives that enhance the economic vitality, safety, and overall experience of Downtown Omaha.
ODID Secures Grant for Utility Box Art Wrap Project
This funding enables ODIDA to transform traffic cabinets into engaging public art installations throughout Downtown Omaha.
Downtown Omaha Green Replanting
ODIDA has completed a districtwide replanting effort, refreshing 60+ sidewalk beds during June and putting the organization’s expanded Green Team into full operation.
ODID Awarded $12,500 for Alley Revitalization Project
The Omaha Downtown Improvement District Foundation (ODIDF) has been awarded $12,500 from the Douglas County Visitor Improvement Fund to support an alley revitalization project in the Historic Old Market District.