OmahaStreetcar.org
OmahaStreetcar.org
The Omaha streetcar is a transportation infrastructure project that will spur growth and economic development in Omaha’s downtown and midtown areas. The Omaha streetcar is a joint effort of the City of Omaha and the Omaha Streetcar Authority. This new transit system is expected to be operational in early 2027.
May 7, 2025 Construction and Traffic Impacts Webinar
The City of Omaha Public Works Department and other streetcar partners are hosting monthly virtual construction update meetings to discuss construction and answer questions. Registration is required each month. Register here for the May 7 meeting by May 6 at 4 p.m.: https://form.jotform.com/250914444597162
We will be covering the two-month construction lookahead including:
- M.U.D. Gas Relocations
- West Utilities Package
- Vehicle Maintenance Facility
A link to the meeting will be emailed to you shortly after you register. Please contact Wendy Thompson at wendy.thompson@hdrinc.com if you have any difficulty with your registration.
We are building momentum in Omaha.
Omaha’s streetcar project is underway.
When the streetcar begins operating in 2028, the initial route will connect neighborhoods, business districts, tourist attractions and community amenities between downtown Omaha and the Blackstone District.
The streetcar is more than just a transit solution — it’s a driving force for economic growth and has already spurred billions of dollars in new development in Omaha’s urban core to create new jobs, new housing and new opportunities.
Imagine an Omaha where people can park their car, then take the streetcar to shops, restaurants and entertainment venues without moving their vehicle more than once. Where people who live and work in midtown or downtown can get to and from work without using a vehicle at all. Imagine an Omaha where visitors can explore new areas of the city by taking a short, free ride on the streetcar. Imagine an Omaha that is more connected, more accessible and even more vibrant.
The streetcar is the key to unlocking this potential.
Explore this website to learn more about the project, stay up to date on construction news and connect with project partners to get answers to your questions.
Where we're going.
According to the Urban Core Strategic Plan and the Urban Core Housing and Mobility Redevelopment Plan, the urban core has:
- 21 active, vibrant districts and neighborhoods
- 17 cultural, entertainment and sports venues
- 21 major companies and institutions
- 7 K-12 schools
And yet vacant properties and empty lots still exist. The urban core is the heart of our city, and by ensuring its growth and vibrancy, our entire city benefits.
Call for prospective contractors
Kiewit Corporation is soliciting prospective contractors to bid on Omaha streetcar bid packages. Bids are due April 25, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CDT.
More information can be found here.
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The Omaha streetcar project is a joint effort of the City of Omaha and the Omaha Streetcar Authority.