Everyone talking about the public good - the question has to be how much MORE public good can be found from a new building than the current one?
In 15+ years we could maybe talk more about new arena vs. no arena at all.
Improved Public Good:
1. 200 metres north is a [slightly] better location; potential to map out new/better surrounding development?
2. A few more concerts each year thanks to stronger roof
3. Improved ability to host major events (e.g. Olympics)
4. ???? Honestly interested in other suggestions specific to 'public good'...struggling to think of much else that isn't specifically a CSEC benefit or a user benefit
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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
A few things jump out at me from that news release:
3) I have been amazed at how little the Stampede board has been discussed in these threads. Specifically, a new arena, in the Stampede grounds, would be very beneficial to them. And yet there is no talk about how they might contribute to the costs. To me, this release demonstrates once again, that there is a benefit to them as well (and therefore they should be involved in the financing solution)
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Again, how much more benefit would a new arena be for Stampede? Land swap is of debatable benefit. Parking revenue implications unknown. Where is the ROI for them to put up real money?