The Kansas City Royals have announced plans to build a new downtown stadium at Crown Center in partnership with Hallmark Cards.
The $2 billion project will include a ballpark, mixed-use development, and new headquarters for both the Royals and Hallmark, creating 20,000 construction jobs.
Funded primarily by private investment and local incentives, the move aims to boost downtown vibrancy and secure the Royals' future in Kansas City.
Why is a new downtown stadium a better investment than renovating the iconic Kauffman?
Will the new stadium create affordable housing or displace long-time city residents?
How are taxpayers protected if the $2 billion stadium's promised revenue falls short?
How will the city manage game day traffic near downtown's critical hospital centers?
Why are citizens being denied a direct vote on this massive public-funded project?
What lessons from past deals will prevent another taxpayer-backed bailout for the district?