League of Women Voters of Greater Omaha

Tell Omaha's City Council: Don't Criminalize Homelessness Please take action!

The Omaha City Council just decided to delay a vote on an ordinance that would threaten people experiencing homelessness with jail time and fines. This came after a public hearing where Omahans said loud and clear that we want to see officials focused on real solutions. Keep emailing and calling.

“Representation Under Threat – Keeping Nebraskans at the Center of Redistricting, Ballot Initiatives & Voter Access Legislation” is the topic of the Oct. 2 Lunch & Learn program sponsored by LWVLL. To attend, use this link the date and time of the program: us06web.zoom.us/j/85978603156.

Brand Survey - PublicInput In a few short years the streetcar will become a part of everyday life in Omaha. Let s make it look good! You are invited to share your insights and perspective on the future Omaha streetcar brand and...

🚋 The Omaha Streetcar launches in 2028, but its brand starts with YOU! Share your thoughts on its look, feel & personality in a 7-min survey, open Sept. 30–Oct. 7. Your input will help shape the future of the streetcar. publicinput.com/v80820

Share your thoughts on the Parks Department's Abbott Drive Survey! It only takes a few minutes to give feedback on the decorative globe lights and help create a more welcoming, distinctive entrance to Omaha.💡

parks.cityofomaha.org/abbott-drive...

Did you know there are volunteer opportunities in both City of Omaha and Douglas County serving on boards or committees?

www.douglascounty-ne.gov/get-involved/

mayors-office.cityofomaha.org/current-open...

Nebraska Job Losses Impact Economic Growth Nebraska job losses are slowing economic growth. Aksarben’s new report reveals the impact of outmigration and explores solutions to retain top talent.

Earlier this month the Aksarben Foundation released a study that Nebraska is losing both jobs and people to other states due to competition from other parts of the country.

aksarben.org/aksarben-dat...

It was a hot discussion at the City Council meeting this afternoon regarding homelessness in the community.

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What is advocacy in the League? 🤔

League advocacy is both grassroots and nonpartisan. Learn more about what the League does ➡️ lwvwa.org/what-the-lea...

Did you know that you can watch the Omaha City Council meeting live?

citycouncil.cityofomaha.org/view-council...

Omaha mayor shares plan for homeless encampments Mayor John Ewing Jr. held a news conference Monday afternoon over recurring homeless encampments in Omaha.

Mayor John Ewing Jr. held a news conference Monday afternoon over recurring homeless encampments in Omaha.

Packed room for tonight's passenger rail in Nebraska town hall with Senator Juarez in Omaha @nebraskaexaminer.com

Common Cause Nebraska has filed suit on behalf of Nebraska voters not to have voter data released to the federal government.

Economic reports for Nebraska and the Omaha metro are concerning. Greater Omaha Chamber's 2025 Barometer
www.omahachamber.org/wp-content/u...

Red flag: DOJ demands Nebraska's voter data - Civic Nebraska The Justice Department has asked Nebraska for its full, unredacted voter registration list, including driver’s license numbers and Social Security digits. This risks identity theft and undermines publ...

DOJ has demanded Nebraska’s unredacted voter files. Sensitive identifiers like driver’s license numbers and SSN digits should NEVER leave state control. Protecting voter privacy is protecting the right to vote. Tell state leaders to protect your info. ›› civicnebraska.org/20250917-red...

BLUEBARN Theatre will be presenting What Does the Constitution Means to Me opening September 25.

bluebarn.org/tickets/

Omaha Mayor John Ewing marks 100 days in office Quicker development of affordable housing, Crossroads Mall redevelopment moving forward and staff stability were some of the accomplishments Mayor John Ewing cited Wednesday.

It's Mayor John W. Ewing, Jr.'s 100th day in office.

omaha.com/news/local/g...

🇺🇸 On this day in 1787, the U.S. Constitution was signed. NCSS has curated a list of published articles, classroom activities, and online resources that can help launch engaging lessons on the constitution and #constitutionday: hubs.li/Q03JyLcq0 #edusky

Happy #NationalVoterRegistrationDay! The League is so proud to partner with NVRD to make sure every eligible voter knows that there is no such thing as an ‘off year’ when it comes to democracy🫶

Already registered to vote? Check your voter registration at VOTE411.org! 🗳

It's National Voter Registration Day! Today we are on the campuses of @unomaha.edu and Creighton University registering voters.

#NationalVoterRegistrationDay
#VoterRegistration

"The League of Women Voters unequivocally condemns gun violence in any form. Every individual has the right to free speech and peaceful activism without fear of harm. Gun violence has no place in our democracy." Full LWVUS statement on the assassination of Charlie Kirk: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

YouTube video by League of Women Voters Voting Rights Advocate Celina Stewart's Powerful Story

Get to know LWVUS CEO @thecelinafactor.bsky.social and her powerful story on how she got into voting rights. ⚖🗳
youtu.be/NPgzMnFZTR0

Heidi Uhing of Civic Nebraska will lead a "deep dive" on NE’s ballot initiative process, how it has evolved and the policies it has been used to enact from 12-1 p.m. (CT) Thursday, Sept. 4, for the LWVLL’s Lunch & Learn program. To attend, use this link: us06web.zoom.us/j/85978603156

Read our full statement in response to the revised policy guidance from USCIS: www.lwv.org/newsroom/pre...

Learn how @lwvus.bsky.social’s CEO @thecelinafactor.bsky.social became engaged in voting rights.

Douglas County election worker, who has served since 1960, awarded state’s highest civic honor George Reed has never missed an election since working his first one in Douglas County in 1960. He and 21 other poll workers were honored during a Hall of Fame

Thank you for your commitment!

Douglas County election worker, who has served since 1960, awarded state’s highest civic honor
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Omaha City Council hears heated debate over dropping 'DEI' language to avoid Trump's ire As the Omaha City Council passed Mayor John Ewing’s $1.8 billion budget blueprint Tuesday, the most hotly debated proposed change had no fiscal impact at all: removing references to diversity,

As the Omaha City Council passed Mayor John Ewing’s $1.8 billion budget blueprint Tuesday, the most hotly debated proposed change had no fiscal impact at all: removing references to diversity, equity and inclusion from the document.

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On Aug. 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified, granting women the right to vote after decades of marches, vigils, and arrests. But barriers – especially for women of color – remained. The lesson is clear: rights must be fought for, defended, and expanded, generation after generation.

The Voting Rights Act: Then and Now | League of Women Voters As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, legal intern Jayla Smith interviewed Chief of Activation and Justice Marcia Johnson about the law's impact and how we can ensure ...

As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the #VotingRightsAct of 1965, legal intern Jayla Smith interviewed Chief of Activation and Justice Marcia Johnson about the impact of the law and how we can ensure that its legacy continues.

www.lwv.org/blog/voting-...

Learn more about the 2025 Nebraska Civic Health Index at the Aug. 7 Lunch & Learn program sponsored by the LWVLL with guest Lily Sughroue.

The program -- which begins at 1 pm -- is free and available via Zoom. Use this link on the day of the program: us06web.zoom.us/j/85978603156.

Mayor Ewing submits his first budget proposal with raises for Omaha Police, Fire in 2026 Mayor John Ewing Jr. handed his $1.8 billion budget plan for the coming year to the Omaha City Council during their regular meeting on Tuesday.

Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. submitted his first budget proposal Tuesday, calling for raises for police and fire departments in 2026.

He urged the City Council to act with urgency on passing the budget while he gets underway with forming task forces to tackle priority issues.