I fully believe this most the government should fund of an arena is 50%, and that is a stretch.
This deal has turned into a massive project, and until we know the exact details of what is being built, and how CSEC is funding their share, I will reserve judgement. There is a chance I could like this deal, but I think it's a slim one.
I will say I am fine with the City spending money to make our city better, even if my property taxes go up. What I'm not fine with is the city going into austerity mode and skimping in other areas to get this deal done.
It takes money to make a city great, and with the BMO expansion and this new deal there is a chance to make this an amazing area...let's not screw it up.
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