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Agenda Title:

Economic Impact Assessment Study - Kansas City Royals Baseball Team Relocation from Kauffman Stadium (Requested by Councilmember McCandless).
Recommendations:

Parks, Recreation and Tourism staff recommends review and acceptance of the Study.
Background:

In July 2023, the Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department secured HVS Convention, Sports & Entertainment Facilities Consulting (HVS) to assess the spending and economic impacts of the Kansas City Royals anticipated relocation away from Kauffman Stadium.  The Study also includes estimated lost revenue to the City’s Transient Guest Tax fund.  

This presentation will provide a summary of their report.
 
Department:          Parks|Recreation|TourismContact Person:          Morris Heide


REVIEWERS:
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Parks | Recreation | Tourism DepartmentApproved
City Clerk DepartmentApproved
City Managers OfficeApproved
City Clerk DepartmentApproved

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