KC Council Greenlights $600M Public Funding for New Royals Ballpark
An 11-2 vote finalizes the city's contribution to a new Royals stadium at Crown Center, a major step toward the franchise's long-planned relocation.
The Kansas City City Council voted 11-2 to finalize approval of a $600 million public funding package to support construction of a new Royals stadium at Crown Center. The vote represents a significant milestone in the franchise's effort to build a new ballpark. Beat reporter Sam McDowell confirmed the vote outcome. The decision locks in the city's financial commitment and advances the stadium project toward next steps.
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