The North Omaha Coal Plant has polluted the air in our community for decades. While OPPD has promised to close it by 2026, the timeline has already been delayed multiple times. Now, with an upcoming fourth-quarter review on the plant’s conversion and key contracts set to be awarded, we must remind OPPD that North Omaha is watching and we expect them to keep their word.

North Omaha residents are feeling the health effects of pollution from the coal plant—and being left out of decisions about its future. In a new community survey, 131 people connected to North Omaha shared their concerns: unhealthy air, stalled environmental progress, and no voice in decisions. OPPD has promised to transition the North Omaha plant away from coal. Board meetings in August and September could decide if that happens.

Time is of the essence. Over the next few months, we have the opportunity to hold OPPD accountable by showing them our community is united in wanting the plant closed on schedule.

ATTEND THE OPPD BOARD MEETING ON THURSDAY, SEPT. 18 (5PM):

• Show up in person to voice your concerns during the meeting public comment period
• Show up in person to show your support and solidarity with the North Omaha Community
• In-person comments:
  
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  • Submit written materials: Any written materials can be received on behalf of the Board by the Corporate Secretary.
  • In-person location: Meetings are at the Omaha-Douglas Civic Center in the Legislative Chamber located at 1819 Farnam St., Omaha, Neb., unless otherwise noted.
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