Proposed Agenda for Next Meeting:
- Kickoff - Final Plans
- Streetscape Updates
- Other Businesss as time allows:
- Business engagement
- Public meeting rules:
- City of Omaha BID Website (the city’s website)
Saddle Creek Business Improvement District (SCBID)
The Saddle Creek Business Improvement District Board was created in December of 2022. Our mission is to maintain and promote the business district on and around North Saddle Creek from Metcalfe Park at the Northwest end to Northwest Radial Highway on the East. The board consists of property owners from area businesses appointed by the Omaha City Council.
Friday, June 5, 2026
Proposed agenda for next month
Meeting summary for June 5, 2026
We had two main items on our agenda today:
Streetscape updates
Landscaping: Vrana is responsible for weeding and landscaping maintenance for this year according to Pete Festerson: double checking for verificationVrana will water for 90 days past date of final completion letter from city. We will need 30-35 days to get bid from a landscape company before that substantial completion date.
Flyer/Email: for all business owners to let them know what's up, Kristi Evans point of contact. Molly making and distributing.
Changes: Are landscaping changes in ROW allowed because BID is technically responsible for maintenance of ROW? Is there an approval process, who, maintenance?
Trash pickup: Public works hasn’t signed contract.
Eric - has three handicapped stalls in front of his business.
Kickoff
Date: July 17th (works for Eric, Molly and April), 6-9pm
Food/Drink - Chelsea reached out to Homy, Peffers, Tasty Pizza them know for planning but didn’t get response. Also want to reach out to Green Line, QT, House of Bah
Close street - Prelim plants are to close entire street from peanut to 49th, face band NW at 49th. Encourage folks to bring lawnchairs.
Trash pickup after event
Music - still looking for anyone available on date.
Promotion
Logo for event -“Summer on Saddlecreek” 6-9pm
h. T-Shirts: Steve will donate 100 shirts - logo of all businesses on shirt
Friday, May 1, 2026
Meeting Summary for May 1, 2026
The North Saddle Creek Business Improvement District (BID) board met on May 1 to continue planning for a busy summer season and address ongoing district priorities.
Summer Kickoff Event Taking Shape
Planning is underway for a community kickoff event, now being considered for mid-July (tentatively July 17, 6–9 PM) to allow more time for coordination. The event is expected to feature local food vendors, live music, family-friendly activities, and a possible beer garden with appropriate security in place.
The BID is reaching out to local businesses and partners to participate, sponsor, and help bring the event to life. Promotion efforts will include media outreach, radio, signage, and other community channels. Event branding, including a logo and T-shirts, is also in development.
Keeping the District Clean and Maintained
Trash service remains a key priority. The BID is coordinating with the City of Omaha to establish regular pickup service and exploring short-term solutions to address current needs.
Strengthening Communication & Partnerships
The board continues to work on improving communication and transparency, including publishing meeting agendas and strengthening its presence on the City of Omaha website. Outreach to city officials is ongoing to ensure alignment with expectations and support.
Looking Ahead
The BID is forming a subcommittee focused on business engagement to strengthen connections with both district and nearby businesses and encourage broader participation in district initiatives.
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