Central Omaha neighbors voice concerns over Crossroads development

  • A bond measure would fund a joint OPD and OFD headquarters at Crossroads, moving both departments out of downtown Omaha
  • If voters approve the bond, developers say construction on the headquarters would begin in 2028

BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) – Central Omaha neighbors are voicing concerns about a proposed joint Omaha Police and Fire Department headquarters planned for the Crossroads development, citing worries about pedestrian safety and the financial impact of placing a city building on the site.

Developers and city officials presented a status update on the project at a town hall Wednesday night, telling neighbors that construction on residential, retail, and multi-use spaces is expected to begin within the next 12 months.

Central Omaha neighbor Mark Welsch said he opposes the plan to place a new public safety building at the Crossroads development…

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