Nebraska Tax Commissioner Throws Wrench into Publicly-Financed Projects

According to a recent advisory by the Nebraska state tax commissioner, any property not actually owned by a government entity is subject to property taxes.  This presents a serious problem for communities that use nonprofit leasing corporations to issue tax-free bonds to fund capital projects like Omaha’s TD Ameritrade Park and Sarpy County’s Werner Park.

More Than 5,000 Fans Brave Cold for First Look at Werner Park

PRESS RELEASE – Despite temperatures dipping well below the freezing level, more than 5,000 fans packed Werner Park Saturday to visit the new home of the Omaha Storm Chasers for the first time.