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Together We Achieve Miracles, Inc. (TWAM) DBA Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center
4401 North 21st street Omaha, NE 68110 4402 Florence Blvd Omaha, NE 68110
P.O. Box 19235, Omaha, NE, 68119
togetherweachievemiracles.org
YouTube: Ernie Chambers Show
Gayla Lee-Chambers, President
President/CEO
corporateoffices4401@gmail.com
+1 (402) 451-5549
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Alley Poyner Machhieto, - Is the lead company in charge of architecture and engineering of the Multicultural Center. They have 25+ years of experience/expertise. Their expertise is in specialized historical preservation of buildings. Dicon Construction- General construction company for the Multicultural Center. They have 30+ years in building construction. They are experts in construction management, building, and historical building preservation. Historic Resources Group (HRG)- Is the lead historian for the Multicultural Center. They have 10 years of experience/expertise in historical land development and consulting. GDC Inc.- Developer for the Multicultural Center. They are responsible for overseeing the development and overall project management. GDC Inc. holds 20+ years of experience in business, economic development. Their expertise lies in creative design, business management, and financial development. Hayes & Associates (H&A) – CPA and financial consultant for the Multicultural Center. Their accountant company has 25 years of experience in public accounting services. Their expertise lies in business and non-profit accounting services. Tiedman, Lynch, Kampe,McVay& Respeliers corporate development & non-profits. They are responsible for providing consultation on the local district’s development. They have 25 years of experience in corporate legal services. Their expertise is in corporate business law and trademarking.EC Net Solution- Managing and designing the Multicultural Center’s website. They have 20 years of experience in web design and IT services. Their expertise lies in web design and management and IT services.4Urban- Consulting and economic development company. They are the lead consultants in tourism development and attraction. They are responsible for overseeing and handling tourism for this project. 4Urban has 40 years of experience in North Omaha History historical touring services. Their expertise lies in Omaha history and professional research. Ernie Chambers- Business consultant and lead historian for the Ernie Chambers Multicultural Center. His responsibility is to advise in history and historical events. He has 50 years of experience as a politician and is North Omaha community leader. His expertise lies in Nebraskan history and community activism. Dr. Richard Brown- Business consultant for the Multicultural Center’s economic development. His responsibilities include developing marketing content for the project. He has 25 years of experience in economic development and is the former CEO of Omaha’s Charles Drew Health center for 20 years. His expertise lies in project management. Johnny Rodgers- Business consultant for the Multicultural Center’s economic development. His responsibilities include leading community outreach initiatives and networking. He has 20 years of experience in Nebraska public media. His expertise lies in collaboration. John Beasley- Business consultant for the Multicultural Center’s economic development. His responsibilities include managing the development and economic theatrical Arts programs of the Multicultural Center’s. He has 30 years of experience as an artist and actor in the entertainment industry. His expertise lies in film. P.J. Morgan- Is a real-estate business consultant for the facility. He will consult on the Multicultural Center’s economic growth and sustainability. He has 50 years of experience in real estate. His expertise is in property management and economic sustainability. Eric Gerrard- Legal lobbyist for the Multicultural Center. His responsibility is to help with state economic development funding sources. He has 10 years of experience in lobbying and legal consultation. A Balanced Mind- Community social consultant for the Multicultural Center. They are responsible & expertise in human & social behaviors for increasing community engagement. They have 10 years of experience in social and community project development.
• TWAM’s Board of Directors- will oversee the supervisory role, overseeing corporate activities and assessment performance of the Multicultural Center. • CEO- will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Multicultural Center and will report to the board of directors • CFO- will oversee day-to-day operations of financial affairs of the Multicultural Center. • The Multicultural Center Director- will oversee the daily operations of the facility, including the supervision for these five umbrella departments heads; the Ernie Chambers Library; John Beasley Theater; Restaurant, Banquet Hall Cafe, and Gift shop; North Omaha Legacy Visitor Center; Media Center. • Department Mangers- will manage and oversee the day-to-day operations & staff within their six department below: 1. Ernie Chambers Legacy Library Manager- oversee day-to-day operations of the library; manage connectivity, Wi-Fi, and Internet; oversee Education/training/research space and oversee Multicultural tours. 2. John Beasley Performing Arts Manager- oversee day-to-day operations of business and training related to the arts, theatrical and music performances, and dance studio. 3. Restaurant, Banquet Hall, Café, & Gift Shop Event Manager- oversee day-to-day- operations of Fine Dining Restaurant, Beverages, Entertainment Event Spaces, and Café & Gift Shop. 4. The North Omaha Legacy Visitors Center Manager- Oversee day-to-day operations of Art Gallery, art classes, visitors, and community resources for entertainment 5. Media Center Manager: Oversee day-to-day operations for all video/film production, editing, advertisement, and digital operations and promotions. 6. Building Engineer Manager- Oversee day-to-day operations for all maintenance related to security, ground keeping, building maintenance, janitorial, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and fire operations. See attachment
• Provided free mental health services to North Omaha for 20 years. • Provided free services for victims of domestic/intimate violence for 20 years. • Provided free Christmas gifts for children through collaboration with the Toys4Tots program over the past 12 years. • The Economic Vitality Preservation District (EVPD) was approved by Omaha City Council in 2021 naming the Saratoga-Beltline Railroad Trail Way District. This program is a tax incentive to help businesses with historical state and city tax credits. • In 2020, the City of Omaha approved the commemoration of Ernie Chambers - a state icon and the longest held public servant of 50 years for the state of Nebraska- by the renaming of Florence Blvd from Ames & Florence to Florence & Sprague to Ernie Chambers Drive.
Together We Achieve Miracles, Inc. DBA Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center
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The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center is the first step in Together We Achieve Miracles (TWAM)'s long-term mission of developing the Saratoga-Beltline History & Arts District in North Omaha, using the multicultural center as the core location. This district revitalization project aims to beautify and modernize North Omaha by increasing tourist attractions (legacy library, historical car show tour, North Omaha Trail Bus Tour, an interactive family tourism museum site), food & shopping centers, as well as diverse dining options around the multicultural center. To add and increase tourism in Omaha as a whole, the Saratoga-Beltline History & Arts District is comparative to Downtown Omaha's Old Market but located in the North Omaha area. Since Saratoga was once known to be a bustling business mecca, in partnership with Alley Poyner, TWAM will honor Saratoga's historic roots and ultimately expand the Multicultural Center's economic development into the surrounding area. Due to the ARPA funds 2-year spending window, we're asking for $49M to complete Phase 1 of the Saratoga Arts & History District project, the construction of the Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center. The mission of TWAM is to educate, provide, and inspire the people of Omaha and beyond by providing access to local history and humanities with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). TWAM’s vision is for our headquarters to be a welcoming and safe community space that offers accessible resources to increase its visitors’ history and humanities knowledge. In turn, the hope is to revitalize North Omaha’s image and increase its visibility and tourism.
Architecturally, Ernie Chambers Ars-History-Humanities Multicultural building in one phase, this will likely take 12 weeks of Schematic Design, 14 weeks of Design Development, 21 weeks of Construction Documents and Construction 24 months. Schedules – See Attachment
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Fundamental Change (i.e., a proposal that will continue to elevate North or South Omaha's presence and perception within the region, significantly improving the lives of area residents through physical development) Long-Lasting Economic Growth (i.e., a proposal that will foster gainful employment opportunities and financial investment in the area, leading to the creation of generational wealth and widespread economic vitality in North and South Omaha) Transformational (i.e., a proposal that will help energize, recharge, or spur significant and favorable advancements in North or South Omaha's function or appearance)
Multimodal Transportation (i.e., enable connectivity through driving, biking, taking transit, walking, and rolling) Other Other Infrastructure (i.e., develop or improve broadband, business districts, roadways, sewer, etc.) Policy (i.e., develop or improve context-sensitive education, finance, health, training, zoning, etc.) Quality of Life (i.e., create or enhance natural spaces, mixed uses, parks, safety, etc.) Sustainable Community (i.e., create or enhance housing, services, education, civic uses, recreation, etc.)
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Sustainable Community: The Multicultural Center promotes a culturally diverse population, economic development, and a variety of job opportunities for emphasizing sustainable employment and economic demand management (EDM). The Multicultural Center services will offer sustainability community by having a gift shop, rental event space, fine dining and café, theatre and musical performances, membership options for annual events and special promotions. Multicultural Center will provide educational workshops and training for vocational jobs relating to history, art, media and performing arts. Other infrastructure: The Multicultural Center will have public parking garage with upgrade walkable sidewalks, streets, improved lighting poles and free internet and Wi-Fi for all visitors. This will improve transportation and accessibility for all visitors that are visiting the Multicultural Center located in Saratoga-Beltline History & Arts District. Quality of life: The Multicultural Center will provide a safe, pleasurable, and inclusive space for all staff and visitors. This as an essential component for everyone’s wellbeing. This includes financial security, job satisfaction, family life, health, and safety. Policy: The LB1024 law and the qualify census track area for North Omaha makes it possible for minority owned business to qualified for business funding. Because of the LB1024 law, Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center can apply for grant funding for building renovation, infrastructure, programming, and neighborhood improvement . Through the Legacy Library, the Multicultural Center will offer educational content of Ernie Chambers’ political career. Furthermore, we will offer resources and training that could enhance the individual education in political science. This will increase awareness of votership, the importance and need of voting, and community involvement. Other: The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center, a historical 100-year-old building, will be the first 58,000 sq. ft. facility dedicating to honoring Nebraska’s longest public servant of over 50 years. The Ernie Chambers Library located within the Multicultural Center will house all of Ernie Chambers’ original legislative document, political documents, and his personal artwork collection. This collection will be open to the public for research and educational purposes. In addition to his collection, the library will feature collections from other community leaders who’ve made a significant impact for change and economic growth of Omaha and beyond.
Insufficient Infrastructure Exists: The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center will update and modernize a historical 100-years old building, improve public parking, sidewalks and roads, nearby sewer systems, and beautify proximal landscaping. Need development that fits within the cultural context: The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center will create opportunities and spotlight diverse populations native to the area, paying homage to their heritage and historical ties to North Omaha. Additionally, the Multicultural Center is a tribute one of North Omaha’s native leaders, Ernie Chambers, and other like him who’ve made a significant contribution to Nebraska’s development. Need access and tools to leverage community resources: In addition, The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center acting as an entertainment venue, the vision is to build a state-of-the-art, multifunctional facility that doubles as an accessible educational resource center and a community gathering space to locals and attraction visitors. The Multicultural Center will have training rooms, educational workshops, an open media center, theater programs, music studio, culinary learning kitchen, and a dance studio to cultivate young talent and share community resources for personal/business development. These amenities are for individuals who’d like access to learn, practice, and enhance real-world vocational skills.
Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center aligns with LB1024 bill because the location is in the economic recovery act qualified census tract for North Omaha were disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency and related challenges, assistance for small businesses, job training, and business development within such communities and neighborhoods. In prioritizing the use of grants, the Economic Recovery, and Incentives Division outline other priorities such as laying drinking water mains, lines, pipes, or channels, rehabilitation, renovation, maintenance, or other costs to secure vacant or abandoned properties in disproportionately impacted communities; Acquiring and securing legal title of vacant or abandoned properties in disproportionately impacted communities; Removal and remediation of environmental contaminants or hazards from vacant or abandoned properties in disproportionately impacted communities when conducted in compliance with applicable environmental laws or regulations; Demolition or deconstruction of vacant or abandoned buildings in disproportionately impacted communities; and Costs associated with inspection fees and other administrative costs incurred to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations for demolition or other remediation activities in disproportionately impacted communities.
CEO- managing and overseeing the company’s overall operation. $160k to $270k; CFO- managing the financial actions of a company. $120K - $145K; Multicultural Director- In charge of overseeing the day-to-day activities of the organization ensuring that the organization is managed and performing efficiently and effectively. $61k – $100k; Multicultural Department Heads- monitoring, leading, training, and managing staff while ensuring that day-to-day operations run smoothly; $55k – $95k; Historic Librarian- collecting, organizing, and issuing library resources such as books, films, and audio files. $54k – $74k; Theater Director- overseeing and orchestrating the mounting of a theatre production such as a play, opera, dance, drama, musical theatre performance, etc. $65k – 110k; Dance Studio Manager-scheduling classes, students, and instructors while managing staff, including instructors, other employees, and vendors. $50k – $95k; Event Coordinator- organizing and coordinating meetings and special events, such as ceremonies, parties, corporate gatherings, and fundraisers. $45k – 65k; Chef - Direct the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. Plan and price menu items, orders supplies, and keep records and accounts. Supervises and participate in cooking and baking and the preparation of foods. $60k – $95k; Restaurant Manager- overseeing the daily operations of the restaurant. $46k – $79k; Café Manager- overseeing the daily operations of the café. $45k – $60k Food &Beverage Manager- overseeing the daily operations of the Food/beverage area. $55k – $75k; Banquet Manager- overseeing the hosting of banquets to provide customers with an excellent banquet experience. $55k –$80k; Lead Museum Tour Guide- providing interpretative services to Museum visitors through guided tours and workshops, as well as special events such as family programs, exhibit openings, adult activities, and Museum Outreach programs, locally and state-wide. $38k – 65k; Gift Shop Manager- supervising operation of Gift Shop; meets, greets, and assists public in selecting gifts and other merchandise; supervises staff also engaged in service to the public, selling, and assisting buyers. 34k – 49k; Ticket Booth Supervisor: managing the overall operation of the ticket office and provides for the ordering, sale, and accounting for all tickets sold for events at the building. $44k – $58k; Art Gallery Curator- managing collections, researching about the art, selecting, and interpreting different works of art, whether they be paintings, statues, tapestries, video art, writing labels, catalog essays, and other content supporting art exhibitions. $50k – $75k; Workshop Instructors- delivering instructions to maximize student development and retention, employing a variety of teaching and development strategies to meet diverse student needs. $40k – $60k; Media Center Manager -managing/overseeing all media related content and employees that are in the media department. $44k – $72k; Head Administrator- coordinating the organization’s administration system, general workflows, supervising staff, and facilitating communication throughout the company and developing procedures to make a workplace more efficient. $50k – $70k; Maintenance Technician- performing ongoing facility maintenance and completing repairs on equipment. $42 – $58k; Senior Engineer- scientific and mathematical principals to analyze and solve structural, mechanical, and systemic problems in a safe, practical, and cost-effective way. $86K – $183k; Head Groundkeeper- maintaining an aesthetically pleasing and functional outdoor space. $34k – $51k; Chief Security Officer- overseeing the security of staff members, physical company assets, all records of information, managing security risk assessments and supervising incident investigations. $62k – $113k; Supporting Staff- responsible for a wide range of roles that involves multitasking. $35k – 42k Wage US Labor
The anticipated permanent job creation for the Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center will be around 60 employees.
We anticipate the proposed scope of work to collectively employ approximately 100 - 120 full and part time construction jobs throughout the course of the project
The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center job wages are: High school diploma/GED, College Degree, Master’s Degree, and Doctoral Degree. The anticipated wage levels for the Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center construction employees/contractors will be Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, and Tier 4 levels. We will be following the wage prevailing standards for government funded projects.
The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center proposes to provide immediate and ongoing job opportunities for business and contractors in the qualified Census tract map area by advertising in North and South Omaha through networking with community leaders, organizations, churches, businesses, and public spaces, job search engines/agencies
Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center will allow diversification of the economy by providing the foundation for economic growth through new businesses and venues such as theater, media center, fine dining restaurant, café/beverage, banquet space, event space and giftshop. Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center will help with improving livability in the community by beautifying of the surrounding of the Multicultural Center, bestowing a sense of pride and connection within the community. The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities will improve the local neighborhoods by hiring individuals that live in the neighborhood through refusing to base hiring decisions on stereotypes and assumptions about a person's race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information (reference to www.eeoc.gov).
The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural project is in the Economic Vitality Preservation District (EVPD) known as the Saratoga-Beltline History & Arts District. The EVPD program will improve economically historic buildings. This program offers the opportunities for building owners to take advantage of historical federal and state taxes incentive. This Multicultural Center project will contribute to North Omaha community sustainability by providing permanent job opportunities for the people that live in the surrounding area. This project will improve the district blighted underdeveloped historical area and rehabbing a 100-year-old building. This Multicultural Center project will assist in restoring the natural environment by recreating the green spaces, updating the public walkways, recreating a improve natural environment. Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center project will contribute to healthy self-esteem and improved self-worth by hiring and paying high wages for job opportunities in the local area which in turn will improve the quality of life and needs.
The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center Project is the first phase of a larger development of the Saratoga-Beltline History & Arts District. The project will demonstrate innovation by creating a tourism site in North Omaha for the Greater Omaha City. This Multicultural Center will incorporate best/proven practices and procedures that are established from similar organization/businesses that have proven effectiveness. All staff/contractors will be required to engage in best practices trainings such as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) trainings.
The Multicultural Center through its visitors and events will be able to measure outcomes by the people that visit Multicultural Center, events attendance, membership, purchase of items for economic growth, sustainability, and the creation high wage job opportunities. In additional outcome of Multicultural Center is Legacy Library that highlights the former State Senator Ernie Chambers, the longest held public servant from the State of Nebraska of 50 years, political documents that will be used for educational and research purposes.
The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center and Project and services will be required to provide quarterly reports on accomplishments, improvements, barriers and financial which will be measured by the organization board of directors and the certified public account.
The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center and project currently does not act as a catalyst for co-investment and secondary investment.
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Alley Poyner Machhieto, - Is the lead company in charge of architecture and engineering of the Multicultural Center. They have 25+ years of experience/expertise. Their expertise is in specialized historical preservation of buildings. Dicon Construction- General construction company for the Multicultural Center. They have 30+ years in building construction. They are experts in construction management, building, and historical building preservation. Historic Resources Group (HRG)- Is the lead historian for the Multicultural Center. They have 10 years of experience/expertise in historical land development and consulting. GDC Inc.- Developer for the Multicultural Center. They are responsible for overseeing the development and overall project management. GDC Inc. holds 20+ years of experience in business, economic development. Their expertise lies in creative design, business management, and financial development. Hayes & Associates (H&A) – CPA and financial consultant for the Multicultural Center. Their accountant company has 25 years of experience in public accounting services. Their expertise lies in business and non-profit accounting services. Tiedman, Lynch, Kampe,McVay& Respeliers corporate development & non-profits. They are responsible for providing consultation on the local district’s development. They have 25 years of experience in corporate legal services. Their expertise is in corporate business law and trademarking.EC Net Solution- Managing and designing the Multicultural Center’s website. They have 20 years of experience in web design and IT services. Their expertise lies in web design and management and IT services.4Urban- Consulting and economic development company. They are the lead consultants in tourism development and attraction. They are responsible for overseeing and handling tourism for this project. 4Urban has 40 years of experience in North Omaha History historical touring services. Their expertise lies in Omaha history and professional research. Ernie Chambers- Business consultant and lead historian for the Ernie Chambers Multicultural Center. His responsibility is to advise in history and historical events. He has 50 years of experience as a politician and is North Omaha community leader. His expertise lies in Nebraskan history and community activism. Dr. Richard Brown- Business consultant for the Multicultural Center’s economic development. His responsibilities include developing marketing content for the project. He has 25 years of experience in economic development and is the former CEO of Omaha’s Charles Drew Health center for 20 years. His expertise lies in project management. Johnny Rodgers- Business consultant for the Multicultural Center’s economic development. His responsibilities include leading community outreach initiatives and networking. He has 20 years of experience in Nebraska public media. His expertise lies in collaboration. John Beasley- Business consultant for the Multicultural Center’s economic development. His responsibilities include managing the development and economic theatrical Arts programs of the Multicultural Center’s. He has 30 years of experience as an artist and actor in the entertainment industry. His expertise lies in film. P.J. Morgan- Is a real-estate business consultant for the facility. He will consult on the Multicultural Center’s economic growth and sustainability. He has 50 years of experience in real estate. His expertise is in property management and economic sustainability. Eric Gerrard- Legal lobbyist for the Multicultural Center. His responsibility is to help with state economic development funding sources. He has 10 years of experience in lobbying and legal consultation. A Balanced Mind- Community social consultant for the Multicultural Center. They are responsible & expertise in human & social behaviors for increasing community engagement. They have 10 years of experience in social and community project development
Alley Poyner Machhieto, Dicon Construction, GDC Inc. Hayes & Associates, Tiedman, Lynch, Kampe,McVay& Respeliers
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Legal Description: Oak Chatham Lot 12, Block 1 ½ Vacated Boyd Street and All vacated alley adjacent and south, 49 feet lot 3 and all lots 4 through 11 and south 32 feet. Oak Chatham Addition. Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center is located at 4402 Florence Boulevard and 4401 North 21st Street Omaha, Nebraska 68110 is in North Omaha. The commercial node at North 20th and Ames Avenue is comprised of commercial and industrial properties with single family residences scattered throughout. The building contributes to the Saratoga-Beltline Railroad Trail Way Economic Vitality Preservation District. The Saratoga neighborhood was founded in 1856 by a group of land speculators but continued to thrive after the speculators returned to their homes on the east coast. Throughout the end of the nineteenth century to the twentieth century, the Saratoga neighborhood thrived with a school, social halls, theatres, and businesses that supported the residents of the area. The Beltline Railroad began in 1883, was completed in 1886 with a branch of the line along Boyd Street through the Saratoga neighborhood and immediately adjacent to this building. The Beltline originally served both passengers and commerce, shifted to only commercial delivery of goods because Omaha had a well-established streetcar line to serve passengers. This building was built by the Imperial Sash and Door Company in 1919. The company constructed for their use at this location, easier access to the Beltline rail tracks that ran along the south side of the building. The canted south wall reveals where the tracks formerly accessed the building. Imperial Sash and Door occupied the space until 1932 when the company went bankrupt, and its assets were sold at auction. It was remodeled in 1935 for a new tenant, the Oliver Farm Equipment Company. The Oliver Company eventually purchased the building from then owner, J.J. Fitzgerald Company in 1943, after renting for nine years. Oliver Company manufactured all types of farm machinery. In 1956, the Lozier Company purchased the building for their refrigeration and air conditioning firm. This 55,000 square foot building allowed Lozier to expand their company facilities and they grew their company to a national presence here. Lozier occupied the building until the 1990s when they vacated it and donated it to the Omaha Housing Authority. The historic period it was continuously occupied by commercial enterprises that took advantage of its location adjacent to the railroad tracks for their continued success. Three major businesses were located here from the Imperial Sash and Door company that constructed the building in 1919, to the Oliver Company in 1935, and with Lozier from 1956 through the late 1980s and early 1990s. This continued occupation added to a stable economically diverse neighborhood and provided employment within the community. The Lozier Company was started in 1937 and incorporated in 1961 and remains an important industry leader with roots in Omaha Allan Lozier began working at 14 years old, for his family businesses that started out of their garage for refrigeration and repairs and today has evolved into store fixtures and other retail display systems. Lozier is the largest national company in store manufacture display systems in the United States, still headquartered in Omaha. Their efforts to maintain, modernize, and preserve the building leaving a legacy in the neighborhood. In 2018 the building for auction by Omaha Housing Authority and was sold to Legacy Property LLC which current own the property. Legacy Property LLC, currently in lease agreement with Together We Achieve Miracles Inc nonprofit organization will help with the develop and will manage the Ernie Chambers History-Arts- Humanities Multicultural Center. This Multicultural Center is the first phase and future vision of the Saratoga Arts & History District. The future district will have tourism site, food & shopping areas in North Omaha.
Within one or more QCTs
Environmental assessment of subject site. Is the property a brownfield site, not applicable for this project
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The general contractor has 30 years expert in historical & restoring of building. This was necessary because this building 100 years old standing
The forty-nine million dollars is needed to fund the two-story, 100-year-old building with a capacity of 58,000 sq ft. The facility will generate additional income from restaurant, banquets, historical event space, performances in the theater, gift shop, café/beverage shop, dance classes, media centers, workshops & training classes. The plans include a 2 story - parking garage on the location property that will be able to accommodate all activities within the Ernie Chambers History-Arts-History Multicultural Center. See attachment
The funds of this grant will be used to restore Ernie Chambers History Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center the two-story, 100-year-old building, which is rich with architectural history and potential construction space as follow: 1. construction is budgeted at $29M, 2. architectural and engineering needs $2M 3. developer $800,000, 4. professional services ($200k Legal & $200k Accounting) =$400,000 5. specialty furniture & items needed is $4M, 6. program design consultants $4M , 7. multicultural center to full operations, (staffing, equipment, supplies, etc.) 4M, 8. landscaping $400,000, 9. Contingency /Escalation Cost 2M Please reference Addendum A, which provides a more detailed description of using funds for operational needs outside the projections for construction costs. See attachment
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A reputable Certified Public Accounting firm Hayes & Associate CPA firm & bookkeeping company in Omaha, NE will be the CPA firm and work with management for the fiscal operations of the multicultural center.
No other funding sources have been committed and are currently pending at this time nor will the Multicultural Center explore funding sources for this
Ernie Chambers History-Arts-History Multicultural Center is not anticipating other funding sources or commitments currently.
Ernie Chambers History-Arts-History Multicultural Center will need to be funded through the LB1024 to continue.
This project cannot be scalable but can be identify by phasing. The Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural Center is phase 1 of a larger vision of the Saratoga-Beltline History & Arts District. Therefore phase 1 is the Ernie Chambers History-Arts-Humanities Multicultural
The Legacy Property, LLC and Gayla Lee-Chambers have contributed $825,431 to this project since 2018. The allocation of the use of these funds is provided in the spreadsheet that has been submitted. Organizational funding of $255,780 has been financially committed to the project, which is ARPA funds received from Douglas County. See attachment
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Additional Location Documents (see application for list) Data table of uses (breakdown of how the requested funds will be used for your proposal) Documentation of site control (proof of ownership, option, purchase contract, or long-term lease agreement) Environmental assessment of subject site. Is the property a brownfield site? Organizational Chart Plans and detailed descriptions, including pictures and a map of the site location/surrounding area Pro Forma Proposal Budget/Sources and Uses Request Rationale Documentation Schedule