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"Utah Legislature Approves Funding for New Downtown NBA/NHL Arena"
sports1 year ago

"Utah Legislature Approves Funding for New Downtown NBA/NHL Arena"

Utah lawmakers have passed a bill for a new downtown arena in Salt Lake City, potentially for the Utah Jazz and a future NHL team, with the aim of revitalizing the area. The bill allows for a sales tax increase to fund the zone and sets up a framework for private and government investment. The new arena could also benefit other downtown venues and is seen as a way to enhance the city's appeal for residents and visitors, including in anticipation of the 2034 Winter Olympics.

New Downtown Arena Approval in OKC Sparks Tulsa Tourism Commitment
sports2 years ago

New Downtown Arena Approval in OKC Sparks Tulsa Tourism Commitment

Oklahoma City is considering the location of Prairie Surf Media as a potential site for a new downtown arena, following the extension of the one-cent MAPS 4 tax by voters. The city aims to finalize the site selection within the next few months and plans to have a consultant, architect, and engineering services in place by late 2024. The ambitious timeline aims to have the arena ready for the 2029-2030 season, and the Thunder will continue to play at the Paycom Center until then.

"OKC Voters Overwhelmingly Approve Sales Tax for New $900M Thunder Arena"
sports2 years ago

"OKC Voters Overwhelmingly Approve Sales Tax for New $900M Thunder Arena"

Oklahoma City voters have approved a 1% sales tax for six years to fund a new downtown arena for the Thunder, costing at least $900 million. The Thunder's ownership group will contribute $50 million, and an additional $70 million will come from a sales tax approved in 2019 for upgrades to the existing Paycom arena. The new arena is expected to open in time for the 2029-30 NBA season, and the Thunder have agreed to stay in Oklahoma City until at least 2050.