Papio NRD representatives joined the City of Omaha, local dignitaries, philanthropists, and community organizations in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the “Baby Bob” pedestrian bridge. The North Downtown Riverfront Pedestrian Bridge, affectionately known as “Baby Bob,” is an extension of the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge (“Bob”) that provides easy access to downtown Omaha. Before “Baby Bob,” […]
The Papio NRD Board of Directors has named four of its upcoming flood reduction reservoirs and recreation areas that will be located in the Omaha metro. The projects will feature no-wake lakes (reservoirs) and recreation amenities, including trails, kayak/canoe launches, fishing access, and picnic areas. The names include: Marlin Petermann Recreation Area – under construction […]
The Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District Board of Directors welcomed three new members and three returning incumbents at last night’s board meeting. New Directors include: Subdistrict 1: Rodney Storm, former City Manager of BlairSubdistrict 7: Brian Adams, senior leader at OPPDSubdistrict 9: Anne Hubbard, Omaha physician Re-elected Directors include: Subdistrict 3: Larry Bradley, Vice-ChairpersonSubdistrict 5: […]