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Dundon Bets Zero Dollars, Tests Portland Arena Financing
sports15 days ago

Dundon Bets Zero Dollars, Tests Portland Arena Financing

Defector’s Chris Thompson argues that Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon is leveraging public financing for a $573 million arena upgrade while putting zero of his own money on the line, portraying him as extractive and unconcerned with Portland as he pressures the city to fund renovations, downplays private investment, and even undermines team personnel—signaling a broader shift in NBA ownership dynamics that could pressure relocation if cities don’t bend to ownership demands.

via Defector|
#arena-financing#nba#ownership
Denver’s Downtown Makeover: Office-to-housing bets aim to revive a sleepy core
economy27 days ago

Denver’s Downtown Makeover: Office-to-housing bets aim to revive a sleepy core

Downtown Denver is undergoing a coordinated revival led by the Downtown Development Authority, converting underused offices into housing and reviving areas like the Denver Pavilions, funded by a $570 million TIF and supported by low-interest loans and grants. While foot traffic is rebounding, office occupancy remains far below pre-pandemic levels due to remote work, prompting a surge of conversions (e.g., High Fidelity Plaza, Petroleum Building, University Building) and private investments to stimulate life in the core.

via The Colorado Sun|
#denver#downtown-denver#economy
Bears push ahead with Hammond stadium plan in Indiana
sports1 month ago

Bears push ahead with Hammond stadium plan in Indiana

The Chicago Bears’ board voted to advance a stadium project in Hammond, Indiana, with the exact site to be selected; the plan would total roughly $3 billion—over $2 billion from the Bears and about $1 billion in public funding under Indiana’s framework—while Illinois lawmakers debated a lakefront Arlington Heights proposal. Indiana Gov. Braun welcomed the deal as a regional economic boost. A Suffolk University poll cited by the Tribune shows Chicago-area residents leaning toward Arlington Heights or staying in Chicago as the Bears’ home, not Indiana (56% vs. 10%, with 26% indifferent).

via Chicago Tribune|
#chicago-bears#hammond-indiana#public-financing
Cleveland and Browns Reach $100M Deal for New Stadium and City Support
local-news9 months ago

Cleveland and Browns Reach $100M Deal for New Stadium and City Support

The Cleveland Browns are planning to build a new indoor stadium in Brook Park, Ohio, with a projected cost of $2.4 billion, aiming to open by 2029. The deal involves a mix of private funding, state unclaimed funds, and local taxes, with ongoing negotiations with the city of Cleveland and Brook Park. The stadium will have a capacity of 67,500, host major events like soccer and basketball tournaments, and include significant surrounding development. Key issues remaining include finalizing agreements with local governments and securing funding for maintenance and traffic improvements.

via Cleveland.com|
#brook-park#browns-stadium#construction-timeline
Cleveland Browns Unveil Development Plans and Partner for Brook Park Stadium District
sports-business1 year ago

Cleveland Browns Unveil Development Plans and Partner for Brook Park Stadium District

The Cleveland Browns have unveiled plans for a new stadium in Brook Park, which will be surrounded by two upscale hotels, 1,100 apartments, retail spaces, and 500,000 square feet of office space. The project is in collaboration with Lincoln Property Company, known for similar developments near NFL stadiums. However, details on public financing for the project remain unclear.

via cleveland.com|
#brook-park#cleveland-browns#mixed-use-project
Rays' Stadium Plans Stalled Amid Funding Delays and Negotiations
sports1 year ago

Rays' Stadium Plans Stalled Amid Funding Delays and Negotiations

The Tampa Bay Rays' plans for a new stadium in St. Petersburg's Gas Plant district are uncertain after local officials postponed bond votes needed for public financing. Owner Stuart Sternberg criticized the delay, hinting at possible relocation, though MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred reaffirmed commitment to Tampa Bay fans. The delay, partly due to recent hurricanes and changes in the county council, has pushed the decision to at least December 17. The Rays will play at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa next season, with a long-term plan needed by the end of 2025.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#mlb#public-financing#relocation
Rays Seek New Stadium Solutions Amid Delays and Repairs
sports1 year ago

Rays Seek New Stadium Solutions Amid Delays and Repairs

The Tampa Bay Rays have halted their current stadium deal with Pinellas County due to delays in finalizing bond financing, which has made a 2028 stadium opening impossible. The team, responsible for $700 million of the $1.3 billion project, is open to negotiating a new solution to keep Major League Baseball in Tampa Bay. The delay in bond votes, influenced by recent elections and concerns over temporary playing locations, has led to a potential anti-stadium majority in the county commission.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#major-league-baseball#pinellas-county#public-financing
"Chicago Bears' $2 Billion Stadium Investment Shifts Focus to Lakefront"
sports2 years ago

"Chicago Bears' $2 Billion Stadium Investment Shifts Focus to Lakefront"

The Chicago Bears' proposal for a new publicly owned domed stadium on Chicago's lakefront has sparked excitement among fans but raised concerns and opposition from various corners, including historical landmark advocates and open space proponents. The lack of specific details on public funding and the unresolved issue of taxpayer dollars from the previous Soldier Field renovation have added to the uncertainty. While the mayor welcomes the proposal, opposition from organizations and state leaders, as well as the potential impact on public finances, make the future of the stadium plan far from certain.

via Chicago Tribune|
#chicago-bears#chicago-mayor#opposition
"Chicago White Sox Stadium Funding: Balancing Taxpayer Concerns and Relevancy"
sports-finance2 years ago

"Chicago White Sox Stadium Funding: Balancing Taxpayer Concerns and Relevancy"

White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf is seeking to create a taxing district to capture $400 million in state sales tax revenue to help fund the proposed new stadium at The 78, with the bonds backed by the existing statewide 2% hotel tax. Critics question the need for public financing of a $2 billion sports franchise's new stadium, especially given the pressing issues facing the city and state, and urge lawmakers and the governor to prioritize taxpayers' needs over subsidizing the stadium.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#illinois#public-financing#sports-finance
"Las Vegas: The Sports Capital's Taxpayer-Funded Rise"
sports-business2 years ago

"Las Vegas: The Sports Capital's Taxpayer-Funded Rise"

The debate over public financing for sports stadiums continues as the Oakland A's seek to move to Las Vegas with the help of $380 million in taxpayer funding, despite criticism of the financial return on such investments. Critics argue that publicly financed stadiums often fail to generate significant revenue and can burden taxpayers for years, as seen in examples like the Kingdome and Meadowlands complex. Opponents in Nevada, including the Nevada State Education Association, are challenging the constitutionality of the A's stadium project and advocating for a voter initiative, while supporters like Jorge Leon continue to push for alternative solutions to keep the team in Oakland.

via KOMO News|
#las-vegas#oakland-as#public-financing
Nevada approves funding for A's stadium, relocation still uncertain.
sports3 years ago

Nevada approves funding for A's stadium, relocation still uncertain.

Gov. Joe Lombardo signed a bill establishing a public financing package of up to $380 million to help fund a proposed $1.5 billion, 30,000-seat baseball stadium in Las Vegas to serve as the new home of Major League Baseball’s Oakland A’s. The A’s still face hurdles in their path forward moving from Oakland to Las Vegas, including receiving approval from other major league owners for relocating as well as securing at least $1.1 billion in private capital to finance the construction of the ballpark.

via The Nevada Independent|
#baseball#las-vegas#oakland-as
Nevada Senate clears path for A's stadium funding in Las Vegas.
sports3 years ago

Nevada Senate clears path for A's stadium funding in Las Vegas.

The Nevada Senate has passed the A's stadium bill, which could approve up to $380 million in public dollars to help construct a new Major League Baseball stadium on the Las Vegas Strip. The bill includes up to $180 million in transferable tax credits from the state and a projected $120 million in county bonds, which would be repaid over 30 years by the tax revenues generated by the stadium. The bill now goes to the Assembly for consideration.

via The Nevada Independent|
#as-stadium#las-vegas-strip#major-league-baseball
Nevada lawmakers consider amended bill for Oakland A's stadium location and community investment.
sports3 years ago

Nevada lawmakers consider amended bill for Oakland A's stadium location and community investment.

Two amendments to the A's stadium bill have been proposed, which would restrict the stadium's location to the Tropicana Las Vegas site, expand the scope of the team's community benefits agreement, speed up the distribution of certain excess revenue into a homelessness prevention fund, and revive two bills vetoed earlier this month by Gov. Joe Lombardo. The amendments could potentially open a path forward for the stadium bill for skeptical lawmakers who had criticized the measure. The bill proposes up to $380 million in public financing for the stadium.

via The Nevada Independent|
#as-stadium#community-benefits-agreement#las-vegas