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68104. WINDSHIELD SURVEY. Benson Area.

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  1. 68104 WINDSHIELD SURVEY

  2. Benson Area • “Today, Benson retains that small-town feel in the midst of the big city. Noted for its cultural and live music venues, Benson offers an eclectic, upscale lifestyle for its residents. It is located on some of the highest elevations in Douglas County, providing spectacular views to some of the homes in the area; this, along with the standard of living in the area, helps to keep property values high. Part of North Omaha, Benson is located in the heart of the city and is an established and stable neighborhood within the Omaha Public School District. (http://ezinearticles.com/?Benson---Omahas-Up-and-Coming-Neighborhood&id=4230335).”

  3. The Benson Grind Kasey, Stephanie, and Deborah’s primary work spot.

  4. Downtown Benson

  5. Downtown Benson

  6. Demographics • Zip code population, approx; 35.499 • Median household income $40K • Median age 33; males 47.5% females 52.5%, predominantly white then black then Hispanic then “other”. 94.5% English speaking • Evenly divided between singles and married couples. • Avg. house value is 68K.

  7. Socioeconomic/education • Median household income 40K • Most residents obtained High School or equiv only. • Most residents are employed by private companies

  8. Schools • Primary Schools • Benson West Elementary • Fontenelle Elementary • Hartman Elementary • Mount View Elementary • Rose Hill Elementary • Wakonda Elementary • Middle Schools • Monroe Middle School • High Schools • Benson High School

  9. Health Problems • Cancer: Lung, Breast, Colon • Heart Disease • Cerebral Vascular Disease • Chronic Lung Disease • Diabetes Mellitus • Pneumonia • Chronic Lung Disease

  10. Addiction/Mental Illness • 20.2% of zip code population disabled • Residential facility for adults with SPMI • Catholic Charities Intensive Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment

  11. Health Needs/Health Barriers • Community desires walking club • Community wants to have better bike/walking paths/lanes • Community has stated there is too much alcohol and too many bars in the area

  12. Determinants of Health • Behavior: Observed kids walking to school. Have not seen many active adults. Occasional runners/bikers. • Genetic Predisposition: Primarily white • Physical Environment: Business owners and customers have stated there are “too many bars” and “too much alcohol” in the area. Nine parks in the area. Benson-Ames Alliance is working with other agencies to create a “learning area” along Cole Creek. “Cole Creek will eventually be a outdoor learning environment for local schools, residents, and officials and professionals in the Papio Watershed, as well as a beautiful and unique destination within the community. (Troy Arthur, 2010)” • Social: Active music culture with several locations to hear local, live music. Art shows. Parades and Festivals. Garden walk. • Culture: Primarily Caucasian with African American being the next largest population. Very blue collar, hard working community that is working towards improving their neighborhood. • Biological: Dry cleaners, auto repair, tire repair and replacement, wood floor businesses

  13. Medical Care/Clinics • Omaha Fire Department - Station 40 • Omaha Fire Department - Station 41 • Baker Place Medical Associates Center • Immanuel Medical Center • Benson Chiropractic Clinic • Benson Family Dentistry Center • Alegent Health - Bergan Mercy Medical • Midwest Minor Medical • Urgent Care of Omaha • Midwest Minor Medical • AlegentHealth - Immanuel Medical Center • Park Plaza Clinic • Midwest Urgent Care

  14. Social Service Agencies • Saint James Orphanage • Omaha Home for the Boys Visitors Center and History Museum • Benson Branch Library Benson Chiropractic Clinic (H), Benson Family Dentistry Center (I), Maple-Crest Care Center (J).

  15. Nursing Homes/Assisted Living • Maple-Crest Care • New Cassel Retirement Center • Masonic Manor • Brighton Gardens of Omaha • Skyline Retirement Community • Golden Living CenterOmaha • Hickory Villa Assisted Living

  16. View of the Future • “to address physical improvements (new commercial development, infill projects and redevelopment, beautification of existing streetscapes and public spaces, planning guideline creation), to promote and educate on sustainable practices in redevelopment (Cole Creek redevelopment, MapleStreet streetscape project, to lead the charge for business development through marketing and incentives (creation of TIF district in downtown Benson, marketing to developers, market analysis creation), and to provide a sounding board and networking opportunities for local businesses, social services groups, elected officials, and neighborhood and business associations. (Troy Arthur, 2010).”

  17. Neighborhood Associations • Ames-Benson Neighborhood Association • Benson Neighborhood Association • Clairmont Heights Neighborhood Association • Country Club Community Council • Country Club Hills Neighborhood Association • Fairfax Neighborhood Association • Hartman Avenue Neighborhood Association • Metcalfe-Harrison Neighborhood Association • Military Avenue Neighborhood Association • Radial Hills Neighborhood Association • Wakonda Neighborhood Association • Waverly Park Neighborhood Association

  18. Current Issues • “One problem that I had noticed, and have been working on, is the lack of communication between, and public awareness of, the numerous social services groups within the Alliance. (Troy Arthur, 2010)” • “Economic revitalization in a deteriorating part of the community rife with violence and socio-economic disparity.  It is difficult to focus on commercial development and sustainability improvements and creation of green spaces when basic human needs are not being met by all in the community. (Troy Arthur, 2010)”

  19. Facebook seeking opinions • Benson, Nebraska The Dundee community stood together and the City Council told CVS to take a hike. What business or type of business does Benson need? What current Benson businesses/properties need to go? • Benson, Nebraska The Omaha World Herald is doing a story on walking clubs. Are there any walking clubs in Benson (large or small)? • From the Benson, Nebraska Facebook page

  20. Community Pride • “We have representatives from, and work within, nearly every neighborhood and business association in the Alliance area.  We actively promote local causes, businesses, schools, and associations through this network.  We helped to create the Cole Creek neighborhood association, by promoting the need for and benefits of an association in the area where the Alliance had led a $1.6 million stream restoration and stormwater mitigation project.  Cole Creek will eventually be a outdoor learning environment for local schools, residents, and officials and professionals in the Papio Watershed, as well as a beautiful and unique destination within the community.  We have promoted the revitalization of the Downtown Benson area through the MapleStreet Corridor Project.  The end goal of this project is the beautification of this area so that it becomes an inviting area for new business development and a source of pride for the local merchants and residents.  (Troy Arthur, 2010). “

  21. Benson Garden Walk

  22. Benson Parade

  23. Benson Unity Parade

  24. Political Advocacy • Congressional • Senator Mike O. Johanns - U.S. Senate Junior Seat (Republican) • Senator E. Benjamin 'Ben' Nelson - U.S. Senate Senior Seat (Democratic) • Representative Lee R. Terry - U.S. House District 2 (Republican) • Gubernatorial • Governor Dave Heineman – Governor (Republican) • Lieutenant Governor Rick Sheehy - Lieutenant Governor (Republican) • Board of Education • Mrs. Freddie J. Gray  • City Council • Ben Gray

  25. Political Concerns • “Currently, I know of no pending local legislation that is of concern to our organization.  The Benson BID re-do goes before the City Council on Sept 28th for approval and should pass. On a greater socio-economic scale, current federal legislation that would deter private investment in business would be a concern.  Tax law changes and gov’t health care laws may support some residents within the community but would lead to a reduction in the # and size of small businesses (our top employers) within the Alliance.  This ultimately would outweigh any benefits received by the un-insured or under-insured or those in low income jobs or on public welfare rolls. (Troy Arthur, 2010) “

  26. References • http://www.douglascountyhealth.com/images/stories/stats/detail/TABLE03-19.pdf • http://factfinder.census.gov/servlet/SAFFFacts?_event=Search&geo_id=&_geoContext=&_street=&_county=68104&_cityTown=68104&_state=&_zip=68104&_lang=en&_sse=on&pctxt=fph&pgsl=010&show_2003_tab=&redirect=Y • http://www.douglascountyhealth.com/health-statistics/detailed-health-statistic-tables/122-leading-causes-of-death-2009-annual-report-dated-july-2010 • http://www.city-data.com/zips/68104.html • Troy Arthur Interview • http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/zip/68104 • http://neighborhoodlink.com/zip/68104 • http://www.votesmart.org/search.php?search=68104#current

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