Kansas City Royals and Hallmark Announce New Downtown Ballpark Project
Royals, Hallmark unveil downtown ballpark plan
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The Kansas City Royals and Hallmark Cards have unveiled plans for a new ballpark in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. The project, estimated to cost over $2 billion, aims to create more than 20,000 construction jobs and enhance the area's walkability while honoring the legacy of both organizations.
- 01The new ballpark will be located at Crown Center in downtown Kansas City, Missouri.
- 02The project is expected to generate over 20,000 jobs during construction.
- 03Total investment is projected to exceed $2 billion, making it the largest in Kansas City history.
- 04The Royals' move downtown will improve their stadium's walkability ranking among Major League Baseball venues.
- 05Public funding will support the project alongside private investments from the Royals and Hallmark.
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On Wednesday, the Kansas City Royals and Hallmark Cards announced a partnership to develop a new ballpark at Crown Center in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. This ambitious project is projected to cost over $2 billion, marking the largest investment in the city's history. The development will not only include the ballpark but also mixed-use spaces and reimagined headquarters for both organizations, creating more than 20,000 jobs during the construction phase. Royals CEO John Sherman emphasized the project's alignment with the legacy of the team's founder, Ewing Kauffman, who aimed for the Royals to benefit Kansas City. The funding will primarily come from private investments, supplemented by public funding through the City of Kansas City and Missouri's Show-Me Sports Investment Act. Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas highlighted the importance of this public-private partnership in enhancing the vibrancy of downtown and ensuring the future of Major League Baseball in the city. The Royals' relocation downtown is expected to significantly improve their walkability ranking among MLB stadiums.
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The new ballpark is set to revitalize downtown Kansas City, providing significant employment opportunities and enhancing community engagement with Major League Baseball.
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