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by Athomsfere
Mon Feb 12, 2024 7:45 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: The Duo (222 S 15 ST) formerly Central Park Plaza
Replies: 295
Views: 75496

Re: Central Park Plaza (222 S 15 ST)

I feel like at least some of this to condos should have been an obvious move too.
by Athomsfere
Fri Feb 09, 2024 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Internet choices for the greater Omaha area
Replies: 27
Views: 2093

Re: Internet choices for the greater Omaha area

I had Cox forever, and had zero issues. Besides the annual call to get the plan switched around so that I wasn't paying $100+ a month. Tried to go CL, but I didn't like their customer service on the sales side. My motto: If the sales department sucks, you're really going to hate their technical serv...
by Athomsfere
Thu Feb 08, 2024 9:32 pm
Forum: Rumors
Topic: Major Tech Company Coming?
Replies: 32
Views: 2790

Re: Major Tech Company Coming?

I have heard from others that a major tech company will be establishing major operations in Omaha, in 6 months or so. This company has a larger market share than Facebook. In 6 months or so, this announcement will be made in the news and will make many very happy. Nothing deeper can be shared on th...
by Athomsfere
Mon Feb 05, 2024 2:35 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Mutual of Omaha Tower (14th & Farnam)
Replies: 2475
Views: 5489660

Re: Mutual of Omaha Tower (14th & Farnam)

Brad wrote: Thu Feb 01, 2024 3:25 pm I appreciate this person's videos and all, but anyone else wish they would shoot them horizontal? I can't stand all the vertical videos out there, they are just so painful to watch.

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I said the same thing a few pages back.
by Athomsfere
Fri Feb 02, 2024 7:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Apartment Designs
Replies: 25
Views: 3284

Re: Apartment Designs

VOX recently dropped a video that touches a bit more on why apartment designs aren't great and also how the perception of the design may change over time (as well as explains some misconceptions about displacement and gentrification) https://youtu.be/cEsC5hNfPU4?si=k0D3YasqIMLnXNje This sounds so f...
by Athomsfere
Wed Jan 31, 2024 10:33 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: North 24th St Historic District
Replies: 55
Views: 11922

Re: North 24th St Historic District

It's exciting to see investments here. The accelerated timeline should be interesting to watch too.
by Athomsfere
Mon Jan 29, 2024 11:19 am
Forum: Statistics
Topic: Official- 2020 Omaha CSA 1 million+
Replies: 143
Views: 14325

Re: Official- 2020 Omaha CSA 1 million+

guy4omaha wrote: Sun Jan 28, 2024 2:33 pm
Erik wrote: Sat Jan 27, 2024 6:33 am Chicago being third has a weird sentimental value to it.

How weird is it that I will be saddened to see the city drop?
Chicago is used to it. Before they were #3, they were #2.
Chicago will always be #2 in my heart.
by Athomsfere
Sun Jan 28, 2024 6:25 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)
Replies: 482
Views: 179497

Re: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)

mrsticka wrote: Sun Jan 28, 2024 3:39 pm Omaha has a better chance of getting an MLB team.
Why is that?
by Athomsfere
Sun Jan 28, 2024 9:56 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)
Replies: 482
Views: 179497

Re: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)

This seems like a good spot for it. Been an empty field since the inception of the riverfront. Though it'd be cooler if it was a NFL stadium :;): gotta take what we can get. I'm actually hoping we have a path for it to be an MLS stadium someday. But then again, I actually enjoy real football over A...
by Athomsfere
Sat Jan 27, 2024 8:58 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Mutual of Omaha Tower (14th & Farnam)
Replies: 2475
Views: 5489660

Re: Mutual of Omaha Tower (14th & Farnam)

https://www.wowt.com/2024/01/27/mutual-omaha-marks-one-year-since-groundbreaking-new-tower/ I find this to be teasing: Lanoha told 6 News all the employees currently working in the Midtown offices will be relocated to the new tower once it’s done. “We’re developing something that is transformationa...
by Athomsfere
Fri Jan 26, 2024 7:53 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)
Replies: 482
Views: 179497

Re: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)

Sheees this things almost in Carter lake. I’m all for it though the infill will come in do time. A circulator may help in the mean time. I love they optimizing the river front to this extent. The drive down the string-of-pearls will be impressive in a few years. I challenge you all to walk from Har...
by Athomsfere
Thu Jan 25, 2024 11:32 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)
Replies: 482
Views: 179497

Re: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)

highways lead to more houses and businesses that pay taxes. Systems like streetcars don't generate more than they cost, thus the lack of development. The houses might pay taxes, but nearly enough to cover the highways needed to connect low density sprawl. The streetcar / rail is more solvent, not l...
by Athomsfere
Thu Jan 25, 2024 11:00 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)
Replies: 482
Views: 179497

Re: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)

Wooo! Looks like a win, but still reading it.
https://www.unionomaha.com/news/2024/01 ... velopment/
by Athomsfere
Wed Jan 24, 2024 5:01 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Marylebone (3710 Leavenworth)
Replies: 36
Views: 4316

Re: Marylebone (3710 Leavenworth)

I know the owner personally. Good dude. Makes a mean drink. The name started out as a joke from the TV show new girl. On the show they play a drinking game called true American where there are no rules and everyone gets hammered. From what I have gathered from him the bar is an ode to the 1970s. Ya...
by Athomsfere
Wed Jan 24, 2024 1:54 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Downtown Soccer Stadium (Abbott Drive)
Replies: 482
Views: 179497

Re: Downtown Soccer Stadium

So we might see this announcement tomorrow?!
by Athomsfere
Mon Jan 22, 2024 10:34 am
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Marylebone (3710 Leavenworth)
Replies: 36
Views: 4316

Re: Marylebone (3710 Leavenworth)

Honestly if you choose that name you must have an idea as to the thoughts that will cross people's minds when they hear it. Even if it features "American spirits, drinks, etc" I don't think the name conveys that intent. I'm not trying to be difficult, but from a marketing standpoint it's ...
by Athomsfere
Sun Jan 21, 2024 9:00 pm
Forum: eOmahaForums Bar and Grill
Topic: Omaha Bagel Shops
Replies: 15
Views: 1304

Re: Omaha Bagel Shops

Bagels aren’t a health food, any more than donuts are. But I like them on occasion, mostly for what you can add to them to make a sandwich. I like mixing things up at breakfast (my favorite meal of the day), and while I may only eat 2 or 3 bagels in an average month I do appreciate the variety most...
by Athomsfere
Sun Jan 21, 2024 8:57 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Marylebone (3710 Leavenworth)
Replies: 36
Views: 4316

Re: Marylebone (3710 Leavenworth)

If that’s the name I wonder if the owners considered what a divisive name that would be to call a bar and grill? That seems like a reach 😂 I know for me, its the sort of name I'm not likely to visit the place. Because it certainly has that nationalist ring to it, and I have no interest in being sur...
by Athomsfere
Fri Jan 19, 2024 3:02 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Old Market Gardens (727 South 13th Street)
Replies: 11
Views: 1387

Re: Old Market Gardens (727 South 13th Street)

they are going to keep the small (post office?) building, which is good because it is cool looking https://i.ibb.co/Qm0FNbV/dto-bemis3.jpg That's the Krug Brewery / Anheuser Busch location https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anheuser-Busch_Beer_Depot man, I'd have loved to have seen it when it was all st...
by Athomsfere
Fri Jan 19, 2024 12:26 pm
Forum: Urban Omaha Development
Topic: Old Market Gardens (727 South 13th Street)
Replies: 11
Views: 1387

Re: Old Market Gardens (727 South 13th Street)

thenewguy wrote: Fri Jan 19, 2024 11:12 am
they are going to keep the small (post office?) building, which is good because it is cool looking

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That's the Krug Brewery / Anheuser Busch location

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anheuser-Busch_Beer_Depot
by Athomsfere
Thu Jan 18, 2024 12:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: State Tax Reform
Replies: 109
Views: 16160

Re: State Tax Reform

However, such increased sales tax revenue could afford substantial personal income tax relief for low and middle income individuals and families. I chose the $60,000-74,999 line as a cutoff. That represents AGI, so I think it's a fair cutoff for middle income taxpayers. Those groups combined had a ...
by Athomsfere
Thu Jan 18, 2024 7:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: State Tax Reform
Replies: 109
Views: 16160

Re: State Tax Reform

However, such increased sales tax revenue could afford substantial personal income tax relief for low and middle income individuals and families. I chose the $60,000-74,999 line as a cutoff. That represents AGI, so I think it's a fair cutoff for middle income taxpayers. Those groups combined had a ...
by Athomsfere
Wed Jan 17, 2024 10:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Omaha Condo Market
Replies: 20
Views: 2084

Re: Omaha Condo Market

I would reiterate as well, existing condos just do not boast the same amenities some might expect. From what I've seen in more condo heavy markets, there are all sorts of amenities condos downtown do not provide. Arguably, condo developers in Omaha don't have much competition, ie. no motivation to ...
by Athomsfere
Wed Jan 17, 2024 10:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Omaha Snow Removal
Replies: 10
Views: 698

Re: Omaha Snow Removal

The snow also started when it was warm. So we had a nice layer of water / ice beneath the snow.

Then we got the snow, plus artic winds. Temps dropped to -20.

And to cap it all off: Dodge near methodist had the water main break in the -20. So we had a real ice rink there for a bit I'm sure.
by Athomsfere
Wed Jan 17, 2024 10:51 am
Forum: Transportation
Topic: Omaha Eppley Airfield
Replies: 3520
Views: 1564599

Re: Omaha Eppley Airfield

It it odd that we are spending $950 million and only adding 2 more gates? That number caught me off guard because it's not that much smaller than the new KCI which cost $1.5 billion. Greg Overall this is very impressive but you bring up a good point. I hope this leaves the ability to expand that. M...
by Athomsfere
Wed Jan 17, 2024 8:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Omaha Condo Market
Replies: 20
Views: 2084

Re: Omaha Condo Market

On that, I agree 100%. I think if someone really wanted to, they could have a couple new condo buildings go up and would sell fast. The one hang-up here is that I feel like young people don't want to wait for something to be built to buy. They want to see it, buy it, and move in next week (not quit...
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 10:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: State Tax Reform
Replies: 109
Views: 16160

Re: State Tax Reform

Dusty wrote: Mon Jan 15, 2024 11:19 am It almost seems like Pillen's plan is robbing Peter to pay Paul. Raising sales tax to lower property tax. Where is the savings?
The big problem I have, is most of us are Peter. Paul is the likes of Pillen and Rickets.
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 9:54 pm
Forum: eOmahaForums Bar and Grill
Topic: Curing Celiac Disease
Replies: 37
Views: 2584

Re: Curing Celiac Disease

I don't doubt the numbers / graphs. But your conclusions and proven causations are weak, if I'm generous. And I have very little interest personally in debating any of this. Your conclusions are dangerous, and your methodology is non-existent. But, as long as we want to do the red thread thing betwe...
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 6:59 pm
Forum: eOmahaForums Bar and Grill
Topic: Curing Celiac Disease
Replies: 37
Views: 2584

Re: Curing Celiac Disease

Sounds like the type of comment I would read from FBI employee agent infested Twitter with bots back in the day, comments are so funny! :lol: For as weird as you type you have a lot of nerve calling other people bots 8) 8) :lol: :lol: I do love his disconcerted stats and red thread just connecting ...
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 6:55 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Dave’s Hot Chicken (335 N Saddle Creek Rd)
Replies: 35
Views: 3961

Re: Dave’s Hot Chicken

I guess I'm glad someone likes this place. We went, and were very, very underwelmed. Quality wise: No complaints. Giant chunks of chicken, seemed fresh and cooked fresh. Felt homemade with the breading slightly sliding off the chicken. No complaints there. Crinkle cut fries instead of good fries. P...
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 3:30 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Dave’s Hot Chicken (335 N Saddle Creek Rd)
Replies: 35
Views: 3961

Re: Dave’s Hot Chicken

Idk what Atmosphere was hoping for, but it sounds like if you’re seeking super hot (I wasn’t) then maybe you’ll be left disappointed. I wasn't really expecting super hot. I've eaten enough American "spicy" food to know 99% of the time it's like a 5/10 to me. Or it's scotch bonnets wrapped...
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 3:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Omaha Condo Market
Replies: 20
Views: 2084

Re: Omaha Condo Market

I dunno, it seems ok? Maybe a little eccentric with the wall coverings and floor but looks nice overall. Then again, I don't think my wife would share in my desire to live downtown, so I'm in no position to seriously critique anything :) I'd say it's OK. But for the work I'd expect out of it, maybe...
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 1:03 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Izzy's Pizza (24 & Howard) + Bus
Replies: 12
Views: 1973

Re: Izzy's Pizza (24 & Howard) + Bus

This is awesome.

I got to try their pizza last summer, and was really impressed. It's sort of weird, but in a great way (honey on Pizza?!)
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 12:59 pm
Forum: Dining/Culture/Entertainment
Topic: Dave’s Hot Chicken (335 N Saddle Creek Rd)
Replies: 35
Views: 3961

Re: Dave’s Hot Chicken

I guess I'm glad someone likes this place. We went, and were very, very underwelmed. Quality wise: No complaints. Giant chunks of chicken, seemed fresh and cooked fresh. Felt homemade with the breading slightly sliding off the chicken. No complaints there. Crinkle cut fries instead of good fries. Pu...
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 7:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Omaha Condo Market
Replies: 20
Views: 2084

Re: Omaha Condo Market

To my memory, jLofts on 13th and Jackson remains the last new for-sale condos completed in downtown Omaha. Was that 2007? I feel like this reflects the culture/market of Omaha far more than the regulatory environment. Omaha just doesn’t seem like a Condo town, it may become one someday , but not ye...
by Athomsfere
Tue Jan 16, 2024 7:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Omaha Condo Market
Replies: 20
Views: 2084

Re: Omaha Condo Market

To my memory, jLofts on 13th and Jackson remains the last new for-sale condos completed in downtown Omaha. Was that 2007? I feel like this reflects the culture/market of Omaha far more than the regulatory environment. Omaha just doesn’t seem like a Condo town, it may become one someday , but not ye...
by Athomsfere
Mon Jan 15, 2024 6:31 pm
Forum: eOmahaForums Bar and Grill
Topic: Curing Celiac Disease
Replies: 37
Views: 2584

Re: Curing Celiac Disease

i wanted to read what was written so that i could catch up- I started 11 days ago and just now finished. And i still have no clue what i am supposed to get out of all of this. A college drop out and a psychiatrist know the cure for all diseases while real medical doctors are trying to kill everyone...
by Athomsfere
Mon Jan 15, 2024 6:20 pm
Forum: Omaha Metro Area Government
Topic: Omaha Planning Board Agenda and Shortlist
Replies: 36
Views: 6421

Re: Omaha Planning Board Agenda and Shortlist

Dusty wrote: Mon Jan 15, 2024 3:09 pm Noticed there were some downtown requests to change to Central Business District. Is there a current map showing the boundaries of this district?
https://www.dogis.org/Html5Viewer/?viewer=dogis

Use the zoning layer, and either zoom in, wait, or zoom in and wait.
by Athomsfere
Mon Jan 15, 2024 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: State Tax Reform
Replies: 109
Views: 16160

Re: State Tax Reform

#3, don't we already pay an arm and a leg when buying vehicles? No, no we do not. If actually affording street maintenance and not offsetting usage is a goal at least. Is this supposed to incentivize people taking more public transport? Yes, riding transit is in every way better for the health of o...
by Athomsfere
Mon Jan 15, 2024 11:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: State Tax Reform
Replies: 109
Views: 16160

Re: State Tax Reform

3. Increase property taxes on vehicles, especially by weight. I would not link property taxes and vehicles together. If you want to charge a higher registration fee or wheel tax on heavy vehicles, then fine. Here in Florida, they offer a homestead exemption. They stress to you big time to make sure...