Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has approved legislation allocating up to $500 million in taxpayer funds to upgrade Chase Field, the home stadium of the Arizona Diamondbacks. The funding is aimed at modernizing the 26-year-old ballpark with improvements such as infrastructure upgrades, new seating, and updated concessions. Proponents argue that the investment will help keep the Diamondbacks in downtown Phoenix while boosting the local economy and enhancing the fan experience.
The funding is contingent on the Diamondbacks sharing some of the stadium’s revenue with Maricopa County and extending their lease through at least 2048. Critics of the deal, however, question whether public money should be used for stadium improvements and suggest that private financing should play a larger role. Still, supporters contend that the upgrades are necessary to maintain the stadium as a centerpiece for sports and events in the region.
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