18. 18
Are there adequate housing
options that are affordable,
accessible and varied in
type?
Are there ways to remain
mobile once driving is no
longer an option?
Is there adequate, safe
and accessible public
space?
Are there opportunities
for civic and social
engagement through
volunteerism, work,
other?
20. age 50 and older want to
stay where they live
Source: 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey: A National Survey of Adults Age 18+
20
Community and Residence Preference
8 of 10
ADULTS
77%
Strongly agree with the
statement, “I would like to
remain in my community as
long as possible.”
76%Strongly agree with the
statement, “I would like to
remain in my current home
as long as possible.”
21. Believe they will stay in their home
and never move
Source: 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey: A National Survey of Adults Age 18+
21
What People 50+ Think About Where They Will Live
17%
24%
13%
Not
sure
Move to a different
community
Move into a different
residence within their
current community
46%
22. Source: 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey: A National Survey of Adults Age 18+
22
Already share or would consider
sharing their homes as they age; a
majority would consider it if they
needed help with everyday activities.
As you grow older would you consider sharing your home with another person?
Would sharing your home with another person be something you would consider if…?
Sharing a home
50%
Q
You needed help with everyday
activities such as household chores
or transportation to places like the
grocery store or doctor’s office
REASONS WOULD
CONSIDER SHARING HOME
You found yourself not
wanting to live alone and
wanting companionship
You needed extra
income
58% 50% 49%
23. Source: 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey: A National Survey of Adults Age 18+
23
1 in 3
would consider building
one on their property
33%
40%
27%
Yes No Not sure
An Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU, is a residential unit built
on the same lot as an existing single family home and may
be attached or detached to the home.
ADUs provide complete separate living quarters, including a
kitchen and bathroom, that can allow older adults to age in
their existing home with live-in care, make it possible for
adults to assist their aging parents, other relatives and loved
ones, or use for rental income.
Have an
Accessory
Dwelling Unit
Do not have an
Accessory
Dwelling Unit
Accessory Dwelling Units
Do you currently have an ADU on your property?
If you had the space to create an ADU within your home or on your property, would you consider doing that?
Q
7% 93%
24. Source: 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey: A National Survey of Adults Age 18+
24
Adults rate well-maintained and convenient health care facilities, safe
parks, and convenient grocery stores as their most important public
spaces and buildings community features.
Public Spaces & Buildings
Health Care
Facilities
are extremely/
very important
Grocery
Stores
are extremely/
very important
83%87%
Parks
are extremely/
very important
82%
CHART DETAILS
25. Source: 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey: A National Survey of Adults Age 18+
25
say well-maintained, safe
and accessible streets, and
easy to read traffic signs are
extremely or very important
community features.
Streets and Walkways
CHART DETAILS
8 of 10
ADULTS
27. Source: 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey: A National Survey of Adults Age 18+
27
Many have heard of ride-share companies but few are frequent users.
RIDERS
93%
Very satisfied with
their experience
personal use
55%Have heard of
rideshare companies
43% Have used a
rideshare service
of non-riders are not
likely to use rideshare in
the next year
70%
68%
for both
for business6%
26%
5% use weekly
19% use monthly
34% a few times a year
41% not regular users
28. Source: 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey: A National Survey of Adults Age 18+
28
8%
10%
10%
14%
19%
23%
25%
27%
28%
55%
9%
20%
11%
26%
14%
34%
25%
28%
27%
21%
81%
69%
78%
60%
65%
42%
49%
44%
44%
23%
I am disabled and do not think the driver will be able to assist me
I don’t understand how to use these services
I don’t have the technology needed to get these services
I don’t know enough about these services
I live in a rural area and do not think it is available where I live
I don’t trust the driver will be a safe driver
I am concerned about my personal safety or being physically hurt
I don’t trust the privacy or security of my personal information
I don’t trust the privacy or security of my financial information
I have no need for these types of services
Major reason Minor reason Not a reason
A lack of need and concerns about privacy and safety are the top
reasons for not using rideshare.
Following is a list of reasons why some people might NOT use ride-share services such as Uber or Lyft.
For you personally, choose whether each reason is a major reason, a minor reason, or not a reason?
Q
29. Source: 2018 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey: A National Survey of Adults Age 18+
29
48%
56%
58%
58%
59%
60%
25%
24%
24%
23%
21%
23%
26%
19%
18%
18%
20%
17%
Public transportation that is close to your home
Affordable public transportation
Special transportation services for people with disabilities and older adults
Well-maintained public transportation vehicles
Timely public transportation
Safe public transportation stops or areas that are accessible to people of
varying physical abilities
Extremely/Very important Somewhat important Not very/Not at all important
Majorities place high importance on public transportation safety, maintenance,
timeliness, accessibility, and affordability.
Public Transportation
How important it is it to you personally to have the following in your community right now?Q
36. 36
• Publications,
website,
newsletter
• Livability Index
• National
Conference
(Charlotte, NC,
Nov 12-14)
• Age-friendly
planning
• Demonstration
projects
• Advocacy
support for
policy change
• Capacity
building at local
level, including
leveraging
volunteers
37. SPARK: Tools and resources
for influencers and advocates
aarp.org/livable
41. 0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
State of New
York joins
NAFSC
Maine
reaches 60
communities
DC and Macon-Bibb
complete final progress
reports
304
Explosive growth in age-friendly
State of
Colorado joins
NAFSC
49. GREATER DES
MOINES
#1 Best City for the Middle Class
#1 Most Popular City for Millennial
Homebuyers
#1 Best Affordable Place to Live in the
U.S.
#1 Best Place for Millennials to Live in the
Midwest
#1 Metro with the Most Community Pride
#1 Minor League Sports Market
#2 Best City for Jobs
#2 Top U.S. City to Land Work
Etc etc. etc.
49
60. Leadership Team: Age-Friendly Greater Des Moines
Joel Olah, PhD
Executive Director, Aging Resources of Central Iowa
Yogesh Shah, M.D.
Associate Dean of Global Health, DSM University
Kent Sovern
State Director, AARP Iowa
66. 6
6
“Affordable and appropriate housing, supportive
community services, and adequate mobility options,
which facilitate personal independence and the
engagement of residents in civic and social life.”
Elements of a Livable Communities
67. Survey after survey finds that
today’s older adults want
to remain in their homes
But most houses aren’t designed to adapt. In
fact, American homes have traditionally been
designed and built for
able-bodied 35 year olds
78%of adults ages 45+ agree
or strongly agree with the
statement: “What I’d
really like to do is stay in
my current residence for
as long as possible.”
Source: AARP Home and Community
Preferences of the 45+ Population, 2014
68. Survey after survey finds that
today’s older adults
want to stay in their
community
For the past 50 years, communities have
developed around cars and other motor
vehicles as our principal form of transportation
80%of adults ages 45+ agree
or strongly agree with the
statement: “What I’d
really like to do is stay in
my current community for
as long as possible.”
Source: AARP Home and Community
Preferences of the 45+ Population, 2014
70. Age Friendly Process
Step 1: ENTERING THE
NETWORK
Step 3:
IMPLEMENTATION &
EVALUATION (Years 3 5)
Step 2: PLANNING
PHASE (Years 1 - 2)
Step 4: CONTINUOUS
CYCLE OF IMPROVEMENTS
(Years 5+)
71. Action Plan Review Process
Content
• Links with
Community
Assessment
• Measurability
• Accountability
• Overall
Strength of
Plan
Process
• Equity
• Inclusion
Results in
Recommendation
72. Evaluation Framework
Evaluating your Age-Friendly Community Program: A Step–by-Step Guide 2014 Prepared for
AARP PPI by Portland State University Institute on Aging. Margaret B. Neal, PHD, Iris Wernher
Inputs
• Time
• Money
• Involvement
• Commitment
• Data & Information
Outputs
• AFC Plan
• Action steps
• Product
Outcomes
• Measurable changes in age-
friendliness
• Changes in overall well-being of
people of all ages in the
community
75. Authenticity -
The Built Environment
Connectivity -
The Social Environment
Living Healthy -
The Health Environment
Organizing the work
76. Des Moines
Neighbors
• Apply ‘Age in Everything’ Planning to
DSM Neighborhoods
• Engage as many leaders in Des
Moines Neighborhoods as possible
and build on the great visioning and
planning they have already
accomplished.
77. From Use based to
Form based code
https://plandsm.dmgov.org/
87. THE NEW #1 QUESTION –
“WHAT IS YOUR 50+ STRATEGY?”
LONGEVITY WAS THE GREAT GIFT
OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY.
LEARNING WHAT TO DO WITH THIS
GIFT IS THE GREAT CHALLENGE OF
THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY.
95. Avoca - $7,392
Musical Park
Keokuk - $3,000
Pickleball Courts
Manning - $5,000
Main St. Lighting
Woodbine - $1,800
Historic Main St. Signage
What 2018 Challenge Grants will accomplish in Iowa:
97. Stay Calm and #Innovate
Be #Disruptive with @AARPLivable Communities
98. An age-friendly vision for all communities
For more information about age-friendly
planning
contact: Brad Anderson
Email: banderson@aarp.org
Phone: 515-697-1002
103. Racial inequities hinder economic prosperity
Omaha-Council Bluffs Region: Actual GDP and Estimated GDP without
Racial Gaps in Income, 2015
$59.7
$64.5
$60
$70
GDPin 2015 (billions)
GDPif racial gaps in income
were eliminated (billions)
Equity
Dividend
: $4.8
billion
$59.7
$64.5
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
$60
$70
Equity Dividend:
$4.8 billion
104. What is an equitable region?
Regions are equitable when all residents – regardless of
their race/ethnicity, income, neighborhood of residence,
or other characteristics – are fully able to participate in
the region’s economic vitality, contribute to the region’s
readiness for the future, and connect to the region’s
assets and resources.
107. DEMOGRAPHICS
• Who lives in the region and how is this
changing?Demographics
• Can all residents participate in and contribute
to economic vitality?Economic Vitality
• Is the workforce prepared for the 21st century
economy?Readiness
• Are residents connected to each other and the
region’s assets and opportunities?Connectedness
• What are the benefits of racial economic
inclusion to the broader economy?Economic Benefits
108. DEMOGRAPHICS
The region is still majority white, but people of color
have grown fastest in the region overall
Growth Rates of Major
Racial/Ethnic Groups,
2000 to 2015
97%
1%
93%
114%
16%
8%
Mixed/other
NativeAmerican
Asian or PacificIslander
Latino
Black
White
109. 90%
89%
84%
79%
75%
70%
64% 59%
7% 7%
8%
8%
8%
7%
7%
7%
2% 2%
5%
9% 12%
15%
19%
23%
2% 3% 3% 4% 4%
1% 2% 3% 4% 5% 6%
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2030 2040 2050
Projected
DEMOGRAPHICS
The region is quickly becoming more diverse and, by 2050, four
in 10 residents will be people of color
Racial/Ethnic Composition,
1980 to 2050
70%
64% 59%
7%
7%
7%
15%
19%
23%
3% 4% 4%
4% 5% 6%
030 2040 2050
Mixed/other
NativeAmerican
Asian or Pacific Islander
Latino
Black
White
Projected
111. ECONOMIC VITALITY
• Who lives in the region and how is this
changing?Demographics
• Can all residents participate in and contribute
to economic vitality?Economic Vitality
• Is the workforce prepared for the 21st century
economy?Readiness
• Are residents connected to each other and the
region’s assets and opportunities?Connectedness
• What are the benefits of racial economic
inclusion to the broader economy?Economic Benefits
112. 12%
5%
4%
2%
15%
9%
4%
7%
9%
3%
6%
Less than a
HS Diploma
HS Diploma,
no College
More than HS
Diploma but less
than BA Degree
BA Degree
or higher
ECONOMIC VITALITY
Unemployment decreases as educational attainment rises, but
racial gaps remain
Unemployment Rate by Educational
Attainment and Race/Ethnicity, 2015
Source: IPUMS. Universe includes the civilian
noninstitutional population ages 25 through 64.
Note: Unemployment for Blacks with less than
a HS diploma is excluded because of a small
sample size. Data represents a 2011 through
2015 average.
0%
6%
12%
18%
White
Black
Latino
113. $13.00
$16.80
$19.40
$26.20
$12.10
$13.10
$15.60
$23.20
Lessthan a
HS Diploma
HS Diploma,
no College
More than HSDiploma
but less than BA
Degree
BA Degree
or higher
ECONOMIC VITALITY
People of color earn lower wages than Whites at every education
level
Median Hourly Wage
by Educational
Attainment and
Race/Ethnicity, 2015
Source: IPUMS. Universe includes civilian
noninstitutional full-time wage and salary
workers ages 25 through 64.
Note: Data represents a 2011 through 2015
average. Values are in 2015 dollars.
114. READINESS
• Who lives in the region and how is this
changing?Demographics
• Can all residents participate in and contribute
to economic vitality?Economic Vitality
• Is the workforce prepared for the 21st century
economy?Readiness
• Are residents connected to each other and the
region’s assets and opportunities?Connectedness
• What are the benefits of racial economic
inclusion to the broader economy?Economic Benefits
115. READINESS
There is a wide gap between the education levels of
Black and Latino workers and the educational
requirements of future jobs
Share of Working-Age Population
with an Associate’s Degree or
Higher by Race/Ethnicity and
Nativity, 2015 and Projected
Share of Jobs that Require an
Associate’s Degree or Higher,
2020 9%
30% 32%
39%
46%
50%
54% 57%
44%
116. CONNECTEDNESS
• Who lives in the region and how is this
changing?Demographics
• Can all residents participate in and contribute
to economic vitality?Economic Vitality
• Is the workforce prepared for the 21st century
economy?Readiness
• Are residents connected to each other and the
region’s assets and opportunities?Connectedness
• What are the benefits of racial economic
inclusion to the broader economy?Economic Benefits
117. CONNECTEDNESS
Households headed by women of any race are far
more likely to be rent burdened than those headed
by men
Renter Housing Burden By
Race/Ethnicity And
Gender, 2015
59%
69%
50%
64%
54%
30%
39%
33%
35%
33%
Latino
Black
White
All People of Color
All
118. 13%
11%
7%
19%
5%
13%
6%
Mixed/ other
Asian or Pacific Islander
Latino
Black
White
All Peopleof Color
All
CONNECTEDNESS
Households of color face greater barriers in
accessing jobs and services throughout the region
Households without a
Vehicle by Race/Ethnicity,
2015
Source: IPUMS. Universe includes all
households (no group quarters).
Note: Data represents a 2011 through 2015
average.
127. Heartland 2050 Housing & Development Goal:
Together, our region will be known for welcoming,
connected and lively communities that offer
residents a range of housing choices and
locations.
128. Protect Existing Low to Moderate Income
Housing
• Fund a Housing Ombudsman office that serves as a means to: 1) raise
issues early; 2) provide neutral 3rd party mediation, and 3) advocate for
system-wide problem solving.
• Develop Regular Inspections plus Supportive Case Management to
improve housing quality and stability by protecting tenants while
respecting the financial realities of property owners.
• Create a Resource Website for providing landlord/tenant & fair housing
information.
• Advocate for expanded Repair and Rehab Funding Options including Pay
Day Loan Alternatives so people can maintain their homes and make
accessibility modifications.
129. Allow Greater Design Flexibility to Support a Wider
Range of Prices While Fitting Neighborhood
Character for Infill Development
• Update zoning regulations to allow Missing Middle Housing + Accessory Dwelling Units
by Right as way to support housing availability and diversification
(Sneaky/Blended/Gentle Density). Reduce minimums for lot and building dimensions to
allow traditional home sizes.
• Shift to a Form Based Code that aids mixed income and mixed use neighborhoods and
removes barriers to housing options and affordability.
• Support Affordable Housing Provisions and Community Benefit Agreements by allowing
Density Bonuses and incorporating these approaches into TIF funding.
• Reduce or Eliminate Parking Minimums to decrease building costs (and thus price) while
avoiding the need to tear down housing or build over green space for parking.
• Unbundle Parking Costs from rental or ownership costs to allow for consumer choice in
whether the value is worth the added expense.
130. Make It Viable to Use Less Expensive
Transportation Options
• Utilize Equitable Transit Oriented Development (eTOD) approaches to create car
optional neighborhood that provide affordable options and prevent displacement
of low to moderate income residents.
• Increase Transit Frequency by raising the per capita funding to the national
average.
• Create Parking In Lieu Fees or Parking Benefit Districts that fund shared parking
plus transportation services and facilities that reduce parking demand.
• Provide Transportation Education and Outreach to employees and residents to
support ridesharing, walking, biking, and transit (Transportation Demand
Management
131. Support Improved Housing Stability and Greater
Homeownership Opportunities
• Partner with anchor institutions on Employer Provided Homeownership Benefits
Package (matching funds, process navigation, financial counseling, debt
consolidation/relief and credit repair, etc.) For people without access through
their employer, fund these housing stability services through a Crowdfunding +
Philanthropic Match Campaign.
• Research mechanisms to Transition from Investor-owned to Owner-Occupied.
• Develop a Wider Range of Ownership & Co-living Models (Community Land
Trust, Co-ops, University-style Shared Facilities, Shared Maintenance Agreements,
etc.)
132. Recommendations
• Protect Existing Low to Moderate Income Housing
• Allow Greater Design Flexibility to Support a Wider Range of Prices
While Fitting Neighborhood Character for Infill Development
• Make It Viable to Use Less Expensive Transportation Options
• Support Improved Housing Stability and Greater Homeownership
Opportunities
163. We got here by building a
understanding of place.
164. Public Life Study
Observations of the activity that takes place in public spaces,
and the qualities of those public spaces.
Methods included:
• Community Mapping
• Pedestrian/ Bike Counts
• Behavioral Mapping
• Photography
167. Public Life Study
Students from nearby King Science commuting home
without much to interact with.
High transit usage and uncomfortable waits for
neighborhood residents.
169. Built off of the
results of asset
mapping with
Neighborhood
Action and Fact.
Potential Partners identified included:
• Salvation Army,
• King Science Magnet
• Lothrop elementary
Some Ideas included:
• Creative use of vacant lots
• Improved bus stops
• Public art and representations of
local culture
• More places for children to play
• More places for the community to
gather
170. Collected additional
information and
recommendations
through One Omaha
Block Talks.
Some major takeaways included:
• Enhancing of public spaces and city
owned lots with flowers and fruit
trees.
• Create more public art
• Add bus benches and bus shelters
• Use improved spaces for community
building events like parades, picnics,
and social gatherings.
171. Outcomes
Activated community Partners.
Created a more welcoming & interactive public space.
Increased comfort of transit.
Increased City’s engagement in the neighborhood.
Developed new opportunities for community collaboration.
Fulfilled a few of the objectives identified by community
members.
172.
173. Thank You
The Neighborhood Action and Fact Neighborhood Association
Gabrielle Gaines-Liwaru
Alajia McKizia
Ella Willis
Lothrop Elementary Students
Big Garden
The 24th Street Corridor Alliance
The Marching Saints
Willie Williams
Pat Stewart
City of Omaha Planning Department
AARP
The Salvation Army
Evans Tower resident council
King Science Middle School
E.R Danner - Kountze Park Neighborhood Association
ONE Omaha
Omaha by Design
Kayla Meyer
Eliga Ali
The North Omaha Community
Global Leadership Group
175. “Building Relationships” HISTORY
The North 24th Street Corridor Alliance was
Organized by founding member Juanita Johnson in
2017 to encourage and facilitate a unique relationship
between the members of the North 24th Street
Corridor Alliance and the City of Omaha officials.
There was a clear and present need for the
businesses, organizations and residents to have their
voices heard by the City of Omaha. She applied for
and obtained the 501(c) (3) non-profit designation.
177. “Building Relationships” MISSION
Mission:
To stimulate commerce on the North 24th Street
Corridor (24th Street from Cuming St. to Fort St.) by
providing a safe environment that fosters healthier
lifestyle, generate revenue for small businesses and
the City of Omaha, and enhanced communication.
179. “Building Relationships” RECYCLE KIOSK
Second Nature
&
24th St Corridor Alliance
24th Street Corridor Alliance installed 20
recycling containers starting at 24th and
Cummings and ending at 24th and Fort.
The containers will help to restore beauty in
North Omaha. We are proud of this opportunity
and request your help in supporting this
initiative.
180. “Building Relationships” AARP
We salute you because of your exemplary community
service efforts. Your efforts were demonstrated in
your giving to the 24th Street Corridor Alliance. In
turn, the strong history of the many accomplishments
of the Tuskegee Airman has re-emerged in the form
of a “Muror”. Your generosity also contributed to
Recycle Kiosk that are located up and down the
Deuce.
Thank you for demonstrating commitment and
leadership, while setting an exceptional example.
188. How to Ride
• Metro offers free trainings for individuals and groups
• SWITA offers free group trainings
• Other
• Lutheran Family Services
• ModeShift Monthly How to Ride
• Chamber Leadership Group
189. Para Transit Services
• Moby
• ADA service within 1/3 a mile of fixed route
• SWITA
• One demand in several communities
• ADA service within 1/3 mile of fixed route
• Council Bluffs
• Operates within city limits and goes into Omaha
• Bellevue
• Operates within city limits with scheduled trips into Omaha
• Ralston / La Vista
• Operates within city limits with trips into Omaha and surrounding areas
• Papillion
• Operates within city limits with trips into Omaha
190. Medicaid / Medicare
• Nebraska has a central ride booking system through IntelliRide
• 1-844-847-2660
• Iowa has several services based on the users registration
• Medicaid – 866-572-7662
• Health Link
• Amerigroup Iowa/Logisticare – 1-844-544-1389
• AmeriHealth CaritasAccess2Care – 1-855-346-9760
• UniedHealthCare/MTM – 1-888-513-1613
191. Other Options
• Uber
• Limited to sight and hearing disabilities in Omaha-Council Bluffs
• Lyft
• Limited to sight and hearing disabilities in Omaha-Council Bluffs
• Z Trip (formerly Happy Cab)
• Provides ADA accessible vehicles with some restrictions
194. Connecting People and Place
Panel Discussion
Lisa McMichael-Ollie Webb Center
Lisa Picker-Heartland Family Service
Mark Bulger-Omaha Association of the Blind
Megan Loberg-Simmering-Eastern Nebraska
Community Action Partnership
