Rays Stadium Gets Final Green Light | Tampa News

Tampa Bay Rays are one step closer to their dream stadium as city and county officials approve public funding, clearing the way for groundbreaking this fall and a 2029 Opening Day. The $2.3 billion project includes a massive mixed-use development, with the team covering half the cost while the city and county chip in — including an $80 million loan from the city, repayable through future revenue. Supporters tout economic boosts and student opportunities at Hillsborough College, while critics question taxpayer subsidies and real ROI. With a 5-2 vote from county commissioners, the deal is sealed — setting the stage for a new era of baseball and urban growth in Tampa Bay. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1f7c6017302767b8