Today’s ribbon-cutting for the accessory dwelling unit demonstration project on the Riverfront. Under $200,000 with pre-approved and shareable plans coming soon.

This heat is no joke. Be careful and stay hydrated out there and at the CWS. And here is a list of Salvation Army cooling centers for those in need in addition to our homeless shelters.

Some great community leaders honored at the Women Center for Advancement annual event today. And a powerful keynote speech regarding a personal experience with stalking and sexual harassment. ⁦wcaomaha⁩

Good luck to all of our homegrown talent in the NBA draft tonight! 2025 NBA Draft: How to watch, Omaha connections ketv.com/article/nba-dr…

Stage is up and city teams are mobilizing to get Memorial Park ready for Ringo on Friday!

Participated this morning in the State of Youth Programming in Omaha with this great panel of young people and community organizations supporting this important mission.

Mayor Ewing the featured speaker at my Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce board meeting this morning.

Took a tour and played the drums today at the updated North Omaha Music and Arts building at its historic 24th & Lake location. Jazz club and new classrooms for students looking great.

Took my band to see Ringo at Memorial Park last night. Always a great show and huge fireworks. Happy Independence Day Omaha!

Just took a super interesting tour of the Scott Technology Center with discussion of its AI capabilities. Wasn’t allowed to take any photos however! AI in Omaha: Chamber and Scott Data partner to spur adoption omaha.com/news/local/bus…

Happy 4th of July Omaha! Here’s a nice memory from a previous JE George Parade. Such a great neighborhood tradition.

Hosting a comprehensive plan input session for district one residents this TH @ the Benson Theatre @ 6:30 pm. Come check it out!

Hey City Council District 1. Tonight’s public meeting on the comprehensive plan @ the #Benson Theatre is postponed. Too bad b/c we had over 100 folks but safety always the right call. Weather radar showing lots of red at that time. Spread the word and look for the reschedule.

Pleased to continue supporting Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue today. Nearing rhe 10 million pound mark of quality food diverted from the landfill and instead delivered to the hungry in the metro area. ⁦Saving Grace⁩

Lots of folks taking advantage of the gorgeous weather today and tonight’s free outdoor concerts @ Aksarben Village.

The MAHA Music Festival is back and coming to the riverfront August 2nd. Get your tix! ⁦mahafestival⁩

Helped present a $320,000 grant today to HEAL Omaha tending to the healthcare needs of the homeless and unsheltered in the community.

Installation of a pedestrian safety and decorative project in the Benson Neighborhood Business District starts today. New bollards at intersection corners from 60th to 63rd and Maple.

Please to be recognized by the First Responders Foundation at its annual 9/11 luncheon this year. Purchase a ticket or table in support of a great cause - our first responders and their families. ⁦Omaha Fire Department⁩ ⁦Omaha Fire Fighters⁩ ⁦Omaha Police Dept⁩ ⁦Sgt John Wells⁩

Met with the special agent in charge of the FBI today in Omaha and toured the NE/IA Field Office.