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Every month, we create a Hotline Report listing all the reports we receive, including pothole repair, abandoned vehicles, speeding, graffiti, building, and housing code violations and many more citizen concerns. View the reports here. Click Here

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A message from Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert

Mayor Stothert

Thank you for visiting the City of Omaha website. Open and transparent government is your right and our responsibility. That’s why we have so many ways to provide accurate information and opportunities for you to provide feedback and ask questions.

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News and Information

  • Climate Action & Resiliency Plan Ready for Review

    2024-07-23 15:29:53

    (July 23, 2024) Public open houses are scheduled this week to gather input on the City of Omaha's draft Omaha Climate Action and Resilience Plan. The draft plan is a strategic roadmap that empowers the community t ...

  • Rare Virus Discovered in Omaha Area

    2024-07-21 13:58:02

    (July 19, 2024) A rare virus transmitted by mosquitos has been identified in Douglas County. Samples from a mosquito pool collected at Cunningham Lake on June 25 were found to have the Jamestown Canyon virus after test ...

  • November Ballot to Include Bond Issues

    2024-07-15 22:25:06

    (July 15, 2024) A series of bond issues will be on the November general election ballot if approved by the Omaha City Council.  The General Obligation Bonds will not raise the City’s property tax levy. The bonds ...

  • ARPA Funds Safety and Security Improvements

    2024-07-11 21:41:06

    (July 11, 2024) The final City of Omaha program created with federal pandemic recovery funds will be submitted to the City Council for approval on July 16. The City set aside $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARP ...

  • Arts and Athletics Receive Funds for Expansion

    2024-07-10 22:42:15

    (July 10, 2024)  Two Omaha arts organizations and a youth athletic association will receive additional state funds to expand their campuses. Governor Jim Pillen and Mayor Jean Stothert announced the ...

  • Omaha Reads Features Local Author

    2024-07-09 15:05:11

    (July 9, 202) A novel about two reporters covering World War II in Paris is the 2024 "Omaha Reads" selection. Each year, Omaha Public Library encourages the community to vote for and read one book as a way to promote l ...

  • New Evidence Links Shooting to Drug Trafficking

    2024-07-02 20:11:45

    (July 2, 2024) The Omaha Police Department has released new information that connects two men killed by off-duty police officers outside a South Omaha club, with drug trafficking. Investigators have identified a direct ...

  • Fireworks Sales Allowed through July 4

    2024-07-01 21:53:45

    (July 1, 2024) Holiday fireworks sales continue through Thursday, July 4 by organizations with permits approved by the Omaha City Council. Fireworks sales are authorized by City Ordinance. Consumer fireworks can be dis ...

  • UPDATE: Storm Debris Removal

    2024-06-27 22:10:30

    (June 27, 2024) Public Works and Parks employees remain on 12-hour shifts to clear debris on  public property as quickly as possible, including city streets, boulevards, right of way, and parks. In less t ...

  • Flood Warning: Precautions Underway Along Missouri Rive ...

    2024-06-24 22:40:28

    (June 24, 2024) A flood warning is in effect for eastern Nebraska along the Missouri River, including Omaha.  After recent heavy rains in South Dakota, northeast Nebraska, and northwest Iowa, the Missouri River is ...

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