In the chase for stadium dollars, Tampa Sports Authority wants to prioritize Bucs over Rays
The Tampa Sports Authority is prioritizing renovations for Raymond James Stadium for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers over a new stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays. The Buccaneers are seeking approximately $1 billion for their renovation, while the Rays are requesting $976 million. This competition for taxpayer dollars highlights the challenges faced by both teams in securing funding for their respective projects.
- ▪The Tampa Sports Authority plans to inform local officials that the Bucs' stadium renovation should take precedence over the Rays' new stadium.
- ▪The renovation for the Buccaneers is estimated to cost around $1 billion.
- ▪The Rays are seeking $976 million from the county and city for their new stadium.
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