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by Aspire Omaha
Wed Sep 13, 2017 10:11 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Missouri River Commons (Riverfront Development)
Replies: 850
Views: 414266

Re: Missouri River Commons (Riverfront Development)

Yes, Omaha's riverfront has improved in comparison to 30 years ago and there are unique development challenges with the property. However, we only need to look at what is happening with peer cities to realize how much is yet unrealized here. Why aim low? Following is a sample of how other U.S. citie...
by Aspire Omaha
Tue Sep 12, 2017 4:14 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Missouri River Commons (Riverfront Development)
Replies: 850
Views: 414266

Re: Missouri River Commons (Riverfront Development)

If all we end up with on the riverfront after years of "studies" and thousands of dollars spent is just some more food kiosks and outdoor performance space then it will be our generation's shame and a colossal waste of everyone's time, creativity and resources. Sadly, it appears that's whe...
by Aspire Omaha
Mon Jan 09, 2017 10:15 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Civic Square (former Civic Auditorium)
Replies: 1391
Views: 722048

Re: Tetrad Development (Civic Auditorium)

Thoughts - I would love for Omaha to have a true downtown Square - a gathering place for people with statues, art, and a walk of fame. if you agree, where would you put it? I'm thinking it should go where Wall Street tower was going to be built. If Omaha builds a new library I hope it is a piece of...
by Aspire Omaha
Wed Sep 21, 2016 11:21 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Missouri River Commons (Riverfront Development)
Replies: 850
Views: 414266

Re: Riverfront Development (Rick's & Storz area)

Build a year-round destination attraction like a Science and Industry Museum.... look to Chicago, Baltimore and Seattle as inspiration on how to develop a waterfront. San Diego did:

http://www.sandiegomagazine.com/San-Die ... aterfront/