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After viewing numerous proposals for pre-design architectural and engineering services, the CWS Oversight Committee selected HDR and HOK Sport to prepare a detailed study. This study was paid for with private funds.
HDR is a nationally recognized architectural firm with headquarters in Omaha. HOK is the world’s leading sports architecture firm. The HDR/HOK team also included Barrett Sports Group, a leading feasibility expert in the sports industry.
The Study:
- Evaluated eight potential downtown sites.
- Evaluated the potential of a new stadium at the Rosenblatt site.
- Evaluated three levels of renovation to Rosenblatt, ranging from minor to comprehensive.
- Identified and analyzed all major costs.
- Explored additional revenue sources from stadium operations.
- Evaluated private and public funding sources.
- Developed a comprehensive preliminary financing and operating plan.
- Explored ways to enhance the Series for players, fans, the NCAA and the community.
- Considered the needs of the Omaha Royals, Creighton University and Henry Doorly Zoo.
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A matrix was developed for site comparison and scoring that included:
Site factors (18 elements)
Accessibility (12 elements)
Urban design (11 elements)
Timing (3 elements)
Other (2 elements)
Major cost elements were analyzed including:
Property acquisition and alternate use
Stadium construction
Parking
Traffic improvements
Utility/infrastructure costs
Sources of funding were evaluated including:
Public funding sources
Stadium revenue sources
Private fund-raising
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