Tampa Bay Rays executives now believe they have the votes needed to advance previously approved plans for a new $1.37 billion stadium. Pinellas County Commission Chairperson Kathleen Peters subsequently expressed similar optimism.
The commission will consider approving a financing mechanism for its contribution to the ballpark, for a third time, Dec. 17. Despite the long-negotiated agreements seemingly rising from a fresh grave, financial obstacles remain. Read more at www.stpetecatalyst.com.
