Stephen Center: Stephen Center Expansion

ID

197

OrgName

Stephen Center

PhysicalAddress

Stephen Center 2723 Q Street Omaha, NE 68107

MailingAddress

Website

www.stephencenter.org

SocialMediaAccounts

Facebook; Instagram; Twitter; YouTube

Name

Darin Smith

Title

President / Arch Icon Development Corporation

EmailAddress

dsmith@arch-icon.com

Phone

+1 (712) 647-3355

Team

Yes

TeamExplanation

Stephen Center Leadership Team Biographies: Michael Wehling, Executive Director at Stephen Center located in Omaha, Nebraska since 2015. Under his leadership, Stephen Center has increased programming and expanded services to assist in meeting the community’s demand for emergency shelter, housing, and addiction recovery services. Prior to joining Stephen Center, Michael was the Executive Director for Care Corps Family Services and Visinet Family Services. Michael is an active member in MACCH including the Chair of the Crisis Response team. He was the past president of the Region VI Behavioral Health Advisory Committee in Omaha, Nebraska, past chair of Region V Continuum of Care in Nebraska and held numerous positions for the Nebraska Balance of State Homeless Assistance Program. He is also a member of Omaha Suburban Rotary. Michael graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Criminal Justice/English, and Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Bellevue University. Jeremy Davern, Chief Financial Officer is responsible for the organization’s budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs and the securing of new funding since January 2018. Jeremy holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting Major from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Dawn Olijnek, Chief Operating Officer has more than 9 years of experience writing federal, state and private grants, including HUD ESG applications, HUD CoC-PSH applications, VA GPD and VA GPD Case Management, and NHAP grants. Dawn has worked for Siena Francis House, the United States Air Force and The Salvation Army. Dawn holds a Bachelors in Business Communications from Northwestern College in Iowa and Master of Arts in Human Communication from Abilene Christian University. Teri Corcoran, Chief Development Officer is responsible for managing the organization’s fund development, marketing and volunteer efforts since September 2017. Having worked in the nonprofit and higher education arenas for over 25 years, Teri has extensive experience in nonprofit management, resource and program development and community outreach and collaborations. Teri has worked for the University of Nebraska’s Peter Kiewit Institute/University of Nebraska Foundation, Creighton University and Partnership 4 Kids. Teri holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Arch Icon Development and Construction Corporation: Darin Smith has over 15 years’ experience in housing development and principal/President of Arch Icon Development Corporation. Darin's roles include site selection, development planning, tax credit/ grant applications, budget, financial management and project compliance. Dustin Crook has over 16 years of experience in housing development and a principal / President of Arch Icon Construction Corporation. Dustin's responsibilities include collaboration with the architect, engineer to optimize project design, schedule and cost. Publicly and competitively bidding all trade contracts to ensure the project receives the lowest price from qualified subcontractors and opportunity for MBE/WBE contractors. Mindy Crook has over 16 years of experience in housing development and a principal / Secretary / Treasurer of both Arch Icon Development and Arch Icon Construction. Mindy's role includes subcontractor documentation, project pay requests, administration oversight, design selections and marketing and branding oversight. Elizabeth Heistand has over 10 years of experience in the housing industry and is a licensed broker with the National Association of Realtors. Elizabeth's roles include site acquisition, pre-development planning, tax credit / grant submittals and project compliance and administration oversight.

OrganizationalChart

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ProposalTitle

Stephen Center Expansion

TotalBudget

44739500.0

LB1024GrantFundingRequest

22240900.0

ProposalType

Capital project

BriefProposalSummary

Stephen Center and Arch Icon Development Corporation are collaborating for a brand-new Stephen Center Campus in North Omaha (QCT) and new construction expansion at the South Omaha (QCT) Stephen Center facilities. The location identified for the North Omaha campus is near 30th and Sorensen Pkwy and will consist of 3 buildings. Building 1.) Emergency Housing Shelter; Building 2.) “HERO” Building serving men and women/families with separate wings; and Building 3.) Administration / Supportive Services Building. The South Omaha development will be new construction of a Women / Family Building to serve separately from the men. The men will stay at the current HERO Building. Additionally, Arch Icon and Stephen Center of Omaha are partnering for the significant renovation of the current Stephen Center HERO Program Building supportive housing facility. The HERO Building, located at 5217 S 28th Street – Omaha, is for individuals caught in the chronic cycle of homelessness, poverty and substance abuse served by the Stephen Center. The building was originally constructed and funded as a NIFA/LIHTC “CRANE” Development in 2005. HERO consists of (16) Two-Bedroom Units (4 Beds), a small common area with kitchenette and a bathroom. Residential floor amenities include laundry, common space with a lounge. It has the capacity to serve 32 men and 32 women. The lower levels consist of offices, service rooms, meeting rooms, classrooms, mechanical room, and restrooms. The building has had 16 years of intense wear and tear as a continuous, max-capacity of clients are served. Mental health treatment and supportive services have drastically changed over the years from the original building design. The intent of the extensive renovation is to update the building with modern finishes, repair and replace broken and failing materials, address structural concerns and modify for a more functional floor plan layout. The interior will be made less institutional, to have more of a residential aesthetic. The basement and first floor will be significantly altered, with structural changes and modification of original floor plans and the second and third will be altered as well, in common spaces. The residential units will generally retain their current layouts, but receive all new finishes, built-ins and casework. Exterior replacements, repairs, tuckpointing, windows / doors and painting will be addressed. As well as site-work including refreshing landscaping and hardscaping.

Timeline

Please See Attached Timeline

PercentageCompletedByJuly2025

1.0

FundingGoals

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)

Community Needs

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.)

OtherExplanation

ProposalDescriptionAndNeedsAlignment

Stephen Center’s proposal aligns with the identified community goals by aligning with the fundamental goals of Transformational, Fundamental Change, Long-Lasting Economic Growth, and a Sustainable Community. The mission of Stephen Center is to “partner with individuals, families, and the community to overcome homelessness, addiction and mental health challenges. Stephen Center operates the only HUD Recovery Housing projects in the MACCH (Metro Area Community of Care for the Homeless) service area. A HUD “recovery housing” project maintains a substance-free environment. Program participants must be drug and alcohol-free and committed to sobriety while living on campus. Stephen Center has found that client success rates increase when provided the option to enter programs providing a structured, safe and sober environment. Second, Stephen Center is the only emergency shelter with a state-licensed addiction recovery program on campus, providing the community’s most vulnerable homeless men and women with mental health and substance abuse recovery programming, free of charge. Stephen Center’s funding goals of Transformational, Fundamental Change, Long-Lasting Economic Growth, and a Sustainable Community are aligned with the North and South Omaha identified needs outlined in the Public Engagement Survey. • In South Omaha, Stephen Center’s proposal will provide investment in new affordable housing and new mental health facilities that is culturally responsive and respectful. This proposal creates sustainable high paying job opportunities with high paid professional opportunities as well. Additionally, the proposal will increase an established internship pipeline that leads to professional job opportunities. • In North Omaha, Stephen Center’s proposal will provide investment in physical structures along the 30th Street corridor with safe/affordable quality housing and mental and substance abuse healthcare programming including advocacy, resources and awareness. This proposal will create mixed job opportunities with good wages including high paying professional job opportunities. This proposal is located in an accessible area close to the community supports and services needed for individuals and families to emerge from homelessness, addiction and mental health crises.

VisioningWorkshopFindingsAlignment

South Omaha Stephen Center’s proposal aligns with South Omaha’s Visioning Workshop with the provision of new affordable housing options for individuals and families needing mental health and substance abuse services. This proposal would address the need for “Mental Health Facilities and Programs” with the addition of Female/Family HERO facility treating mental health/substance abuse treatment and programming to our community’s most vulnerable women and children. Additionally, the proposed Female/Family HERO building would double the capacity of the men’s HERO program which will assist in meeting the community’s need for men’s mental health/substance abuse treatment and programming. The proposed facility is “Walkable” and “Connects to Public Amenities” with a location at 27th and Q Street and a proximity to public amenities such as Metro Community College (MCC), One World Health Center, Salvation Army KROK Center, Metro Bus Transit Center, and the South Omaha Public Library. The Female/Family HERO proposal would increase the “internship pipeline into professional jobs” with a need for 10-12 students per semester. Additionally, this proposal would “grow job opportunities in South Omaha that “pay median…and high paying jobs” with an increase of 13.6 FTE (full-time equivalent) positions. North Omaha Stephen Center’s proposal aligns with North Omaha’s Visioning Workshop with the provision of “safe/affordable housing” opportunities along with “mental health/substance abuse programming, resources and awareness”. Stephen Center brings a “successful business” proposal to the North Omaha community. The proposal would begin with an “investment in physical structures…along the 30th Street corridor” in the construction of a North campus which is estimated at $26.5 million; with approximately $10 million from sources outside of this funding such as “private investment” and other grant opportunities. Once constructed the proposal would fund approximately 68 new FTE positions providing “jobs accessible to all individuals…including high paying professional opportunities…over $60K per year”. This proposal would create the need for 30,000+ of volunteer support providing “community internship opportunities with high school youth” along with practicum opportunities for students in area colleges and universities such as MCC, Creighton University, and UNO (University of Nebraska at Omaha). The proposal would “generate the need for affordable housing, daycare, resources, and community entertainment” in North Omaha to support the proposed 68 FTE positions and approximately 200 volunteers who provide supports and services to over 250 residents/program participants residing on Stephen Center’s proposed North Omaha Campus.

PrioritiesAlignment

Transformational - The areas of North and South Omaha are historically where the most vulnerable of our Omaha population lives, a problem only compounded by Covid with a degree of disparity worse than that suffered by any other class. To truly transform North and South Omaha, housing, facilities and services for the homeless, those with behavioral disorders and substance abuse problems should be recognized as a priority. Fundamental Change - The presence and perception of North and South Omaha can only be improved by first improving the lives of the most vulnerable who are concentrated in North and South Omaha. Only when those most vulnerable can be elevated to a place of safety and stability which begins with housing and supportive services, can the perception of North and South Omaha improve. Economic Growth - We expect a continued increase in the population we serve requiring an increase in capacity to serve them. An investment in additional facilities, staff and services in both North and South Omaha will spur economic growth in jobs created and economic impact as reflected in the Economic Impact section of this application. The jobs created can be filled by those residing in North and South Omaha to a large extent. Investment to build capacity to meet demand will result in the creation of excellent job and professional career opportunities as well as an increase in the internship pipeline. The measure of success will be a reduction in the population seeking our services and an increase in the population elevated into personal stability. Although what we do is only one step to providing vitality to our local economies, it is the first step and must be accomplished before any local economy can be considered stable. Developments like ours proposed in this application will be needed for North and South Omaha to achieve real transformation, change and viable growth. • The HERO Rehab will re-energize the South Omaha campus with the rehabilitation of the HERO building. We have a tremendous waiting list for the HERO facility. 16 years of wear and tear have left the facility in need of physical repair. And, initially built with a very institutional design, the HERO building needs to be remodeled in a way that is more culturally sensitive and respectful in its layout and function. • Center for Women and Families - To make up for the lack of capacity and to resolve the issue of mixed gender use of the HERO facility, the addition of a new Center for Women and Families will provide opportunities to the most underserved and most vulnerable population in South Omaha. • North Omaha Campus - The ability to duplicate facilities and services in North Omaha, where the majority of our client population and other supportive services are concentrated, will provide capacity and balance in serving both North and South Omaha populations. We have received favorable support from the Siena Francis House and other providers for a North Omaha campus that would complement their services. This proposal will provide investment in physical structures along the 30th Street corridor with safe/affordable quality housing and mental and substance abuse healthcare programming including advocacy, resources and awareness. This proposal will create mixed job opportunities with good wages including high paying professional job opportunities. This proposal is located in an accessible area close to the community supports and services needed for individuals and families to emerge from homelessness, addiction and mental health crises.

EconomicImpact

The Female/Family HERO project located at 2715 Q Street would provide $509.4K of annual economic impact creating the subsequent permanent positions: South Omaha FTE Total Wages HERO Director 1.0 $70K Clinical Manager 1.0 $60K Guest Services Mgr 1.0 $60K Clinical Residential 2.0 $107K Intake Coordinator 1.0 $40K Case Manager 2.0 $84.4K Guest Services-Overnight 1.4 $47K Guest Services 4.2 $131K The Stephen Center North Campus located on the Southwest corner of 30th and Sorenson Parkway would provide an estimated $3,041,500 of annual economic impact creating the subsequent permanent positions: North Omaha FTE Wages Executive Director 1.0 $80K Admin Asst. 1.0 $43.4K Grant Writer 1.0 $46.5K Partnership/Volunteer Coor 1.0 $60K Volunteer Assistant 1.0 $42.2K Human Resources 1.0 $55K Billing 1.0 $45.5K Housing Compliance Director 1.0 $45K Facility Engineer 1.0 $80K Maintenance Supervisor 1.0 $53.5K Maintenance 1.0 $36.4K Driver/Transportation 1.0 $40K HERO Directors 2.0 $140K Clinical Manager 2.0 $120K Guest Services Mgr 2.0 $120K Clinical-Residential 10.0 $535K Intake Coordinator 2.0 $80K Case Manager 8.0 $337.6K Guest Services Overnight 2.8 $93.2K Guest Services 8.4 $278.8 Kitchen Director 1.0 $60K Weekend Manager .75 $25K Kitchen Staff 5.5 $171.6K Shelter Director 1.0 $60K Shelter Coordinator 1.0 $42.7K Weekend Shelter Coor 1.0 $36.4K Shelter Case Managers 1.0 $42.2K Guest Services Overnight 1.4 $46.6K Shelter Guest Services 3.9 $121.7K PSH Case Manager 2 $84.4K PSH Guest Services .6 $18.8K

EconomicImpactPermanentJobsCreated

South Omaha: 13.6 FTE North Omaha: 68.35 FTE

EconomicImpactTemporaryJobsCreated

The HERO Rehab alone will create an estimated 75 construction jobs. The construction of a new facility for women and families on the South Omaha campus will create an estimated 100 construction jobs. The construction of an additional new campus built to serve men, women and families will create an estimated 150 new construction jobs in North Omaha.

EconomicImpactWageLevels

Wage levels will vary by construction trade and will range from $25/hr with no benefits for general labor to an estimated $50/hr for the most skilled trades such as electricians. Benefits paid to employees varies from subcontractor to subcontractor. Qualified workers and subcontractors living in or near the QCT will be sought out to work on the development. If National Housing Trust Funds are used, Section 3 will apply requiring best efforts to hire such individuals.

EconomicImpactAlignProposedJobs

Both projects are located in a QCT. Local contractors within the area and QCT will be highly encouraged to bid the project. Additionally, Minority and Women Owned businesses will be contacted to bid. If National Housing Trust Funds are a source, Section 3 will apply, and local individuals will be sought and hired to work on the development to the greatest extent possible.

CommunityBenefit

The devastating economic effects of the Covid-19 pandemic in our North and South Omaha communities are profound and without this once-in-a-lifetime investment, growth and expansion are not possible. The misunderstanding of mental health, homelessness, addiction and poverty are generational obstacles and the positive results from the Stephen Center’s Shelter and programs, significantly impacts the livability and viability of the community. On 9/26/2022 SAMSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) released the following, Recovery Housing provides “connection, support, sobriety, employment, and quality of life—these are all significant outcomes for people in recovery. Recovery, being unique to each person, warrants a range of housing options for people, whether they are transitioning from homelessness, a treatment facility, or even their own home. Continuums of affordable housing models from Housing First to Recovery Housing are invaluable to people in recovery from all walks of life”. The Stephen Center has been serving the community since 1984. Established as a 501(c)(3) in December of 1983, the organization was founded by Sharon and Dick McNeil, who recognized a distinct need to assist those living in poverty in south Omaha. The name Stephen Center was chosen in honor of the Apostle Stephen, one of the first Deacons of the church and a man of faith who committed his time to giving food and charitable aid to the poor. The Stephen Center serves individuals and families caught in the chronic cycle of homelessness, poverty and substance abuse seeking to live in a supportive, positive, sober-living community. Of the homeless service providers in Omaha, Stephen Center is most similar to Siena Francis House and Open Door Mission, providing emergency shelter, meals, addiction recovery, and permanent supportive housing. However, Stephen Center is unique in several ways. First, the organization fills a niche for “recovery housing” by maintaining a substance-free environment. Program participants must be drug and alcohol-free and committed to sobriety while living on campus. Stephen Center has found that client success rates increase when provided the option to enter programs providing a structured, safe and sober environment. Second, Stephen Center is the only emergency shelter with a state-licensed addiction recovery program on campus, providing the community’s most vulnerable homeless men and women with mental health and substance abuse recovery programming, free of charge. Supportive Services are provided by the Stephens Center and include case management, basic needs support, i.e. personal items and food, medical care on campus, and linkage to community services for mental health, transportation and other needs. Arch Icon Development Corporation considers it an honor to be chosen as Stephen Center’s partner with this historic opportunity expansion to meet the housing / mental health / addiction and poverty needs within the disadvantaged community of North and South Omaha. The development directly aligns with Arch Icon’s Mission of Restoring Neighborhoods / Revitalizing Communities. Arch Icon most recently brainstormed and developed “tiny homes” for the Siena Francis House (The Cottages by Siena Francis) and developed the housing and supportive service facilities for the Nebraska Urban Indian Health Coalition. Additional, similar partnerships are being formed for developments the metro area.

CommunityBenefitSustainability

The development proposal contributes to the community sustainability by providing quality, affordable housing options in North and South Omaha. The displaced population from the Covid-19 pandemic has drastically increased and this development contributes directly and immediately to their quality of life. The supportive service programs provided not only address mental health issues but can help reintroduce these community members to the work-force, sense of community, volunteerism and the ultimate goal of a home.

BestPracticesInnovation

Stephen Center is a CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) accredited organization in all the programming provided on the South Omaha campus; the proposed North Omaha campus would utilize the same practices. According to CARF, “Accreditation signals a service provider’s commitment to continually improving services, encouraging feedback, and serving the community. CARF accreditation represents the highest level that an organization can receive”. Stephen Center’s HERO program has been CARF nationally accredited since 2010 undergoing a rigorous review process every three years. In the fall of 2019, Stephen Center pursued and obtained a three-year CARF accreditation not only for the HERO program, but for the Emergency Shelter and Permanent Supportive Housing programs for the first time. The shelter is now the only CARF accredited homeless shelter in the state.

OutcomeMeasurement

Stephen Center’s proposal will create new job opportunities in both North and South Omaha with the following increase in permanent positions: South Omaha: 13.6 FTE would provide $509.4K of annual economic impact. North Omaha: 68.35 FTE would provide an estimated $3,041,500 of annual economic impact. Stephen Center North Omaha “proposal would create new jobs with meaningful wages…and create transformational, long-lasting economic growth, and fundamental positive changes”.

OutcomeMeasurementHow

Stephen Center would measure and report on the outcomes regarding permanent employment including high paying professional positions. The transformational, long-lasting economic growth and fundamental positive change could be measured by the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce/Nebraska Department of Economic Development.

OutcomeMeasurementCoinvestment

The South Omaha proposal would bring an investment of an estimated $17,688,500 in the construction and rehabilitation on the South campus with approximately $9,100,000 from sources outside of this funding such as “private investment” and other grant opportunities. Once constructed the proposal would fund approximately an additional 68 new FTE positions providing jobs accessible to all individuals including high paying professional opportunities over $60K per year. The economic impact of these wages is estimated at $3,041,500 annually. The North Omaha proposal would bring an investment of an estimated $27 million in the construction of a North campus with approximately $13 million from sources outside of this funding such as “private investment” and other grant opportunities. Once constructed the proposal would fund approximately 13.6 new FTE positions providing jobs accessible to all individuals including high paying professional opportunities over $60K per year. The economic impact of these wages is estimated at $$509.4K annually.

Partnerships

Yes

PartnershipsOrgs

Stephen Center’s partner organization and volunteers that assist with programming and supports on the South Campus would be utilized in the proposed Female/Family HERO facility. These partners and volunteers provide over 30,000 hours annually which has a conservative impact of over $500K annually. With the proposed North Campus, these partners would be utilized in providing the additional support and services. In addition, Stephen Center would look to expand partnerships with organizations such as No More Empty Pots, Habitat for Humanity, and Charles Drew Health Center. The following is a partial list of Stephen Center’s community partners: Community Alliance, Saving Grace, Siena Francis, Completely Kids, Heart Ministry Center, One World Health Center, Visiting Nurses Association, Omaha Housing Authority, Region VI Behavioral Health, Creighton University, College of St. Mary's, Bellevue University, University of Nebraska-Omaha, Douglas County Drug Court, Dodge County Drug Court, Pottawattamie Drug Court, Sarpy Drug Court Saunders Drug Court, Metropolitan Community College, Heartland Family Services, Lutheran Family Services. MACCH, UNMC Nursing Program, and the Methodist Nursing Program. Currently the Stephen Center Hero Program receives referrals from the following entities: Community Alliance, Salvation Army, Alegent Health Center, Mercy Hospital, Jenny Edmundson Hospital Council Bluffs, Campus of Hope, Siena Francis House, Vincent House, Creighton Mental Health Clinic, Norfolk Regional Center, Lincoln Regional Center, Hastings Regional Center, York Penitentiary, Lincoln Penitentiary Omaha Correctional Facility, Omaha Jail, Sarpy County Jail, Pottawattamie County Jail, Sarpy County Court System, Douglas County Drug Court, Pottawattamie County Drug Court, Together Inc, Catholic Community Priests, Religious Leaders from all denominations, Child Protective Services, Health and Human Services, Douglas County Hospital, Douglas County Psychiatric Outpatient, Veterans Hospital, Many independent attorneys, Many Judges, Out state Nebraska Homeless Providers, YMCA Domestic Violence Program.

PartnershipsMOU

The Stephen Center and Arch Icon have a Development Agreement in place for the Stephen Center Expansion. Stephen Center has MOU’s with College of St. Mary, Creighton University, Visiting Nurses Association, Completely Kids, Metro Community College, Lutheran Family Services, MACCH, Heartland Family Services, and all university nursing programs.

Displacement

No

DisplacementExplanation

PhysicalLocation

North Omaha New Construction Campus - 30th & Sorensen Pkwy property has been identified, contract being developed and is located in QCT 60. (3 Buildings) South Omaha New Construction of Women/Family Center at 2715 Q Street and is located in QCT 29. The Stephen Center HERO Building, located at 5217 S 28th Street – Omaha The HERO building consists of 4 floors, including a basement, which total approximately 24,600 gross square feet. Zoning is R7 (Medium Density Multi-Family Residential). Brief Legal description as “JETTERS ADD LOT 10 BLOCK 12 LOTS 9 & 10 BLOCK 12 100 X 150”. The parcel containing the building is bound by an alley at the north, a church at the east, R Street at the south, and S. 28th Avenue at the west. The site slopes from a low point at the southeast to a high point at the northwest. There is a small parking lot at the east side of the building, which is accessed off the north alley and off R Street. Public sidewalks run along both streets, at the west and south. The alley is approximately 15-feet wide and is paved with concrete. The main entrance is at the east side and is accessed off a private concrete sidewalk that runs the length of the east façade.

QualifiedCensusTract

Within one or more QCTs

AdditionalLocationDocuments

Yes, see attached

PropertyZoning

Yes

ConnectedToUtilities

ConnectedToUtilitiesConnected

Yes

ConnectedToUtilitiesUpgradesNeeded

Yes

DesignEstimatingBidding

No

DesignEstimatingBiddingPackageDeveloped

No

DesignEstimatingBiddingCostsDetermined

Costs have been determined based on per unit and per square foot calculations for similar sized comparable developments from both a rehabilitation and new construction perspective. An inflation factor was included to cover the lapse of time between application and actual construction. Davis Bacon prevailing wage rates were considered when CDBG Funds were included as a potential source.

GeneralContractor

No

GeneralContractorPublicCompetitiveBid

GeneralContractorPublicCompetitiveBidWhyNot

RequestRationale

The availability of the Economic Recovery ARPA funding from LB1024 provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to expand in the near future facilities and operations that might otherwise take a decade to expand. Given the big picture nature of the legislative committee’s approach to utilizing the funds, we have submitted our proposal as the big picture for the Stephen Center. The availability of other sources of funds has yet to be determined but we are confident that if we can secure the ARPA funding, filling the gaps will be achievable.

GrantFundsUsage

Grant funds will be utilized for construction (capital improvements) only.

ProposalFinancialSustainability

Yes

ProposalFinancialSustainabilityOperations

The Stephen Center receives operational funding from various governmental and charitable organizations on an ongoing basis. The amount of financial support is driven by the number of clients served in the way of housing subsidy. Please see attached August, 2022 Financial Statements as further support.

FundingSources

Will explore the use of National Housing Trust Funds, HOME funds and CDBG from the NE Dept of Economic Development and HOME and CDBG from the City of Omaha. We will also explore the potential for TIF from the City of Omaha. Depending on timing and availability we may explore the use of Low Income Housing Tax Credits and NE Affordable Housing Tax Credits from the NE Investment Finance Authority. The Stephen Center has limited cash reserves but will use them to the greatest reasonable extent. And, we will coordinate capital campaigns as needed to attract local foundational support.

FundingSourcesPendingDecisions

See Attached Timeline

FundingSourcesCannotContinue

LB1024 Omaha Economic Recovery ARPA

Scalability

Yes, the proposed development(s) can be completed in the following mutually exclusive phases: Phase I: HERO Rehab Phase 2: Center for Women and Families Phase 3: North Omaha Campus The completion of any one phase or all phases will require LB 1024 ARPA funding.

ScalabilityComponents

The budget has been presented in each of the three aforementioned phases as well as an aggregate sources and uses contemplating the funding of all three phases.

FinancialCommitment

The Stephen Center and Arch Icon are committed to securing other sources as needed given a commitment of ARPA funding. The Stephen Center is committed to the planning and investment needed for this proposed expansion.

ARPAComplianceAcknowledgment

1.0

ARPAReportingMonitoringProcessAck

1.0

LB1024FundingSourcesAck

1.0

PublicInformation

1.0

FileUploads

Additional Location Documents (see application for list) Organizational Chart Plans and detailed descriptions, including pictures and a map of the site location/surrounding area Pro Forma Proposal Budget/Sources and Uses Schedule