By TOMMY REZAC
St. Joseph Post
The Kansas City Royals have selected the Crossroads location for its new stadium in downtown.
Royals owner John Sherman said Tuesday in a press conference that Kansas City is in a 'golden era,' and he hopes a new stadium can add to that.
"The arts, the music, the food and drink," Sherman said about the district. "I believe in my gut that the timing is right. I believe the timing is right for the Royals to become residents of the Crossroads district. We are thrilled to announce our plans to contribute to community dynamics and long-term growth for the Crossroads."
Sherman says he will be visible in the community to sell the project.
"I will be in the community to talk about our project. I want to hear from you."
The proposed development is located on the corner of Truman and Grand. The total project includes a new stadium, a hotel, team offices and a residential and entertainment venue.
The Royals said it will be a private-public partnership, saying they'll contribute $1 billion to the total $2 billion investment.
The new stadium should hold between 34,000 - 35,000 spectators, according to Royals' chief operating officer Brooks Sherman. The team is targeting a completion by Opening Day 2028.
Jackson County residents will, on April 2, get to vote on continuing the 3/8th-cent sales tax that goes to the Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Chiefs’ stadium projects for another 40 years.
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