“Potential for a win-win-win,” is how Denver NWSL CEO Rob Cohen described the club’s plans for a new stadium. And rightly so—after all, it’s set to become the largest investment ever made by a women’s professional team, totaling a massive $70 million. But as ambitious as this project is from the league’s 16th expansion side, they could be forced to shelve it due to significant hurdles and pushback from the city council.
The Colorado-based team earlier announced that they have reached an agreement to start the construction of their team’s 14,500-seater home ground as well as an entertainment recreational center at Santa Fe Yards. It is located on Broadway and Interstate 25, with architectural firm Populous leading the project that would take up to 14 acres of space. However, a recently held South Platte River Committee meeting has raised concerns over this project.
“We’re being asked to invest $70 million in a time of economic hardship,” remarked Council President Amanda Sandoval in front of the Mayor’s staff and Denver stakeholders, as reported by The Denver Post. Apparently, all the members are seeking more transparency on the project’s costs. Aside from questioning the fairness of the proposed financial plan, concerns regarding economic instability were also raised by many.
Well, it’s not like they’re completely against the concept of a stadium, but the withheld support also stems from making any decision in haste. Then again, a few are still skeptical of approving the groundbreaking proposal. “I don’t believe this stadium will ever be built,” remarked Councilwoman Sarah Parady. “I wish that I did.”
(Stay tuned for more….)
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