Omaha City Council President Notes VA Interest in The Center Mall Property
The Omaha City Council President has indicated that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is showing interest in the property located at The Center Mall in Omaha.

Omaha, NE, September 28, 2026 —
Omaha, NE – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has expressed interest in a property located at The Center Mall in Omaha, according to an indication from the Omaha City Council President. The specific nature of this interest, including whether it pertains to a potential acquisition, lease, or partnership for services, was not immediately detailed.
The Center Mall, a retail and commercial property in Omaha, is now the subject of attention from the federal agency tasked with providing healthcare and other benefits to the nation’s veterans. While the City Council President has brought this development to light, further information regarding the VA’s plans or the property’s current ownership status has not been provided.
Officials have not yet released the name of the Omaha City Council President who made the statement, nor have they elaborated on the timeline or the specific reasons behind the VA’s expressed interest. It remains unclear if any formal proposals have been submitted or if preliminary discussions have taken place between the VA and any relevant parties, such as the mall’s ownership or city planning departments.
This indication suggests a potential new direction for the property, which may be underutilized or could serve a critical governmental function. The extent of the VA’s interest and any potential impact on the local community or existing mall operations are subjects that require further clarification. The public awaits more details on this developing situation involving a significant federal agency and a local Omaha property.
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