On November 18, 2021, OPL's Board of Trustees approved a resolution, opens a new window to work with Heritage Omaha, opens a new window to explore opportunities to address the recommendation made in OPL's 2017 facilities master plan for a new central library on Dodge St. between 72nd and 90th streets. On January 28, 2022, an update provided by project partners confirmed that the southwest corner of 72nd & Dodge will be the focal point for the project. More details can be seen at omahacentrallibrary.org, opens a new window.
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Timeline
February 28, 2023
Lease agreement between Community Information Trust/Do Space and the City of Omaha
July 26, 2022
Omaha City Council passes Ord. 43030.
July 19, 2022
Omaha City Council second reading and public hearing of Ord. 43030.
News & Updates
Fundraising for new Central Library surpasses $158M goal
March 25, 2024 Nebraska Examiner: Fundraising for Omaha’s new central library surpasses $158M goal
'You ain't seen nothing yet': City celebrates milestone
March 19, 2024 KETV: HDR hosted a beam-signing ceremony today to commemorate the progress on Omaha's new Central Library.
City leaders celebrate major milestone for central library
March 19, 2024 KETV: Construction on the new central Omaha Public Library location is nearing a big milestone.
Omaha City Council agenda notes for March 12
March 8, 2024 WOWT: Here are a few items on the agenda for next week’s Omaha City Council meeting.
