Two development projects are closing in on Saddle Creek from both ends. Both use public tax incentives to destroy what already exists here. The final hearing on the Family Fare project is June 2. Email every council member now.
All hearings at Omaha City Council Chambers, Omaha-Douglas Civic Center, 1819 Farnam Street. Arrive by 1:30 PM to sign up for public testimony.
Sign the petition — add your name to the public record of opposition. Every signature counts. After signing, please also email council directly using the button below.
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This ultimately lies with the mayor. Mayor Ewing has the power to veto the TIF and EEA agreements for the Saddle Creek Marketplace project. If he truly cares about affordability and regular people, he can stop this deal or require that it include real community benefits — affordable housing, food access, and relocation support for the businesses being displaced.
Council Members Begley and Festersen promised those very things to our coalition in a direct meeting. None appeared in the final agreement. The mayor can make it right where they would not. Let him know where you stand.
✉ Email Mayor Ewing Call 402-444-5555Sign with your name and neighborhood. A personal email carries more weight than a form letter — add your own experience if you can.
This opens a pre-addressed email to all seven council members and the mayor's hotline simultaneously.
✉ Email All Council Members + Mayor NowYour own district rep and the council president carry the most weight. Emailing all of them matters.
Your physical presence matters, even if you don't testify. Show up.
Omaha City Council Chambers
Omaha-Douglas Civic Center, 1819 Farnam Street, Omaha NE 68183
Meetings begin at 2:00 PM. Arrive by 1:30 to sign up for public testimony.
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