Lincoln Transportation and Utilities

REMINDER: StarTran buses (excluding UNL service) will not be running and the StarTran office will be closed today, Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. StarTran Routes 24-Holdrege and 25-Vine will remain in service.

The StarTran Advisory Board meets on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 8:15 a.m. in the Bill Luxford Studio at the City/County Building (555 S. 10th St.).

Stay informed about Lincoln’s bus system! Details: lincoln.ne.gov/StarTranAdvisoryBoard

Big construction learning for future builders today 🏗️

Campers at the Make a Mess Summer Camp with the Lincoln Children's Museum got a hands-on look at Project "O" Street.

They explored how construction teams bring big projects to life, from planning and design to rebuilding streets, sidewalks, and utilities. Kids even got to mix and make their own concrete and take home a cup as part of the activity.

Through interactive learning, campers saw how each step of the process comes together to build stronger, safer, and more connected streets and infrastructure.

Visit ProjectOStreet.com for more information about Project "O" Street.

Downtown Lincoln
Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird
City of Lincoln Government

Before ➡️ After

A community member shared feedback on the Eastborough Neighborhood Street Improvements Project and the work of the construction crew.

They noted that the crew was “hard-working, efficient, aware of neighborhood safety, and answered any questions we had.”

They also expressed appreciation for the investment in neighborhood street improvements.

Crews continue making residential street improvements throughout the Eastborough neighborhood. Learn more about the project: lincoln.ne.gov/Eastborough

Explore current, planned and completed LTU projects: lincoln.ne.gov/Projects

Downtown Lincoln is an exciting place to be as new development takes shape. Multiple private building projects and a parking garage are currently underway along the 9th and 10th Street corridors and "O" Street. These projects, along with Project "O" Street, the Multi-Modal Transportation Center, and the Central Library project, are expected to bring new energy and activity to the area.

You may notice the “orange cones of progress” as work continues in the area, with lane reductions and street closures in place to support active work zones.

🧭 Why now? These projects are being coordinated to maintain access, support construction efficiency, and help reduce impacts during higher traffic periods such as Husker football season and other peak travel times downtown.

Looking for project updates and traffic impacts?
🔔 Sign up for LTU’s TextLNK program: lincoln.ne.gov/TextLNK
🚧 Check the Street Closure Map: lincoln.ne.gov/closure
📱 For live navigation, download the Waze traffic app to help plan your route and avoid delays.

Grab lunch, shop local, and show some love for our downtown businesses to keep them strong during Project O Street.

This week, we're celebrating Waste and Recycling Workers Week! ♻️

From educating community members about waste reduction and recycling to supporting the systems that manage our community's waste, waste and recycling professionals play an important role in protecting public health and the environment.

If you see a member of our Solid Waste Management team or a private hauler this week, take a moment to say thank you. Their work makes a difference every day. 🫶

To a child, our heavy equipment can be fascinating. This week, dozens of library visitors, daycares, and families are checking out our Heavy Equipment Encounters. Trucks, construction equipment, flood resiliency information, and waste diversion education can all be found at these events! The next one is today from 2:30 to 3:30pm at Loren Eiseley Library near N. 15th and Superior.

Come swing by and encounter your first BIG truck!

Hey, StarTran riders! StarTran buses (excluding UNL service) will not be running and the StarTran office will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. StarTran Routes 24-Holdrege and 25-Vine will remain in service.