Below you will find the urban revitalization projects that the Joslyn Castle Institute has been involved with. Please select a project to view details and related documents. Drake Court District, Omaha At the request of the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA), the Joslyn Castle Institute for Sustainable Communities has initiated the Drake Court Environs Study to investigate and demonstrate the potential of this area of Omaha as an inner-city neighborhood based upon concepts of sustainability. view project details Destination Midtown Joslyn Castle Institute for Sustainable Communities is an active participant and stakeholder in Destination Midtown, an innovative partnership of neighborhoods, business organizations, major businesses, educational institutions and city government that seeks to capitalize on the rich history of Midtown Omaha, return it to prominence, and make it the city’s destination of choice. view project details Healthy Communities, Omaha Enhancing the built environment to support active living and physical fitness is the goal of this major community-wide campaign. ACTivate Omaha brings together a diverse mix of organizations representing business and industry, health care, and neighborhood groups under the umbrella of Our Healthy Community Partnership. This advocacy group works with city planners and developers to encourage active lifestyles through smart growth, including the enhancement of parks and trails and the implementation of pedestrian-friendly improvements in both older and newer neighborhoods. view project details