The City of Lincoln is working to redevelop West Haymarket and build a new arena for the citizens of Lincoln. On land currently owned primarily by BNSF Railroad, West Haymarket will be home to a 13,000 - 16,000 seat arena that will replace Pershing Center and potentially serve as the new home of University of Nebraska - Lincoln (UNL) men’s and women’s basketball. Financed with public revenues and private investment, West Haymarket will generate significant economic growth for the city of Lincoln. The City of Lincoln will own and operate the arena, the pedestrian plaza and supporting infrastructure such as roads and parking. A private developer, Lincoln Traction Partners, will develop, own, and operate at least one new hotel in the area. Additional opportunities for private development have been identified, including retail, housing, mixed use, ice rinks, and sports fields.
THE LATEST PROJECT UPDATES
On January 13, 2009, Mayor Chris Beutler announced that a proposed bond issue to finance the West Haymarket Arena project would not be on the May 2009 election ballot. This delay will give the City of Lincoln and their project partners the time needed to create a finance package and design for the project, gather additional input, and then provide the public with information they need to make an informed decision prior to a public vote.
Click here to read the Mayor’s Announcement.
Download the West Haymarket Arena Power Point Presentation
(pdf also available)
Power Point file (27 MB)
PDF file (31 MB)
