Learn About the Proposed Convention Center Expansion

• Research shows that an almost $200 million investment in the CHI Health Center Omaha convention center opens the door to an estimated $1.2 billion in additional business, benefiting local hotels, restaurants and retail, while potentially creating jobs and contributing to the city tax base.

• Built in 2003, the convention center at CHI Health Center Omaha has been the same size for over 20-years! Which also means Omaha ranks last in size among competitors when it comes to bidding for large conventions, exhibitions and meetings. The proposed expansion would bolster the convention center by about 94,200 square feet, increasing total square footage to almost 441,000, and put Omaha in a more competitive position to continue the building’s history as a catalyst for economic growth.

• About a million people utilize CHI Health Center Omaha every year. Over half of them are visiting from out-of-town! And while CHI Health Center Omaha has been profitable every year since opening, with proceeds invested back into the building to assure its modernity and pristine condition, it is at risk of being outgrown by other cities pursuing similar investments in their convention centers.

• As the biggest indoor arena and convention center in the state of Nebraska, CHI Health Center Omaha prides itself on being a cherished community asset and favorite destination for both locals and visitors. Private donations may also help pave the way for potential expansion, a vouch of confidence from both leaders and organizations who are invested in Omaha’s growth and success.

• And it’s a great time to invest in Omaha! There are more than $4 billion in completed and planned investments in the downtown corridor, convention district and airport, which makes Omaha an increasingly desirable destination for tourists, meeting planners, families and curious travelers.