20-year plan to develop Capitol campus calls for new office construction

A 20-year state government plan for the area around the Capitol recommends several new office buildings, including a Justice Center to house the Supreme Court and supporting agencies.

The vision for the development of a Capitol campus, in the works since 2016, was led by architectural, real estate and engineering consultants with the Department of Administrative Services and the city of Lincoln. It was completed in May, but only recently released.

The aim of the plan is to consolidate space, bring agencies and employees that are now somewhat spread out closer to the Capitol and provide a more attractive workplace to help in recruiting new staff to take the places of retiring state employees.

"For the state to compete with private-sector jobs, amenities such as a fitness center with shower facilities, dining options, day care and wellness areas are all complementary additions to office space ...," the consultants said.

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