Royals to announce update on downtown KC stadium search
Kansas City Star • • sports
Key Points:
- The Kansas City Royals are set to announce a significant update regarding their future in Kansas City, likely revealing plans for a new downtown stadium at a press conference on Wednesday morning.
- The announcement follows the recent city council ordinance authorizing negotiations for a $600 million deal to move the Royals to Washington Square Park, near Crown Center and Union Station.
- The project still requires final city council approval and potentially a community benefits agreement, with efforts underway to secure state funding through a stadium financing package and tax credits.
- Missouri officials express optimism about the deal, emphasizing that the team will remain in Missouri and highlighting potential economic growth from downtown baseball.
- Local council members anticipate the announcement will mark a major step forward in bringing the Royals' stadium downtown, generating excitement for the community and stakeholders.
