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Omaha’s parks are in dire shape—with 144 out of 256 rated fair to poor—but city leaders are finally stepping up. Mayor Ewing’s 2027 budget allocates $6 million, a 20% jump, to overhaul playgrounds, roads, lighting, and facilities, while adding 14 new staff. A $5 million philanthropic boost matches the city’s own funding gap, offering hope for real change. Residents cautiously welcome the plan as a strong start, with council voting August 25th to decide if this investment will turn the tide.

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