A majority of Council members are expected to ultimately vote in favor of the controversial proposal for an arena in Center City.
With negotiations over the 76ers’ $1.3 billion Center City arena proposal coming down to the final hours, City Council leaders are signaling that they’re ready to play hardball. Lawmakers want the 76ers to pay significantly more than the $50 million the team has offered to contribute to the project’s community benefits agreement, which would aid impacted businesses and fund some city programs.
With a key committee vote scheduled for Wednesday morning, Council President Kenyatta Johnson’s office on Tuesday night proposed amending the CBA to nearly $100 million, according to a memo obtained by The Inquirer. If Johnson follows through, that would amount to a take-it-or-leave-it ultimatum, with lawmakers potentially approving a deal the team has not agreed to. Alternatively, just circulating the amendment may force the 76ers back to the negotiating table ahead of Wednesday’s vote.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Philadelphia City Council to begin hearings on new Sixers arena in Center CityThe legislation would allow the Sixers to begin demolishing part of the Fashion District and build a new $1.55 billion arena.
Read more »
Philadelphia City Council hearings begin on proposed 76ers arena in Center CityPhiladelphia City Council kicked off a series of hearings for the proposed 76ers arena in Center City on Tuesday.
Read more »
City Council to hear public input on 76ers Center City arena planCity Council will hear input from the public on the 76ers arena plan for Center City for the first time since the bills to create it were introduced.
Read more »
Amid ‘productive negotiations,' City Council delays Sixers arena hearingIn order to continue 'productive negotiations' with developers, Philadelphia City Council has postponed a hearing planned for Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.
Read more »
Sixers arena opponents dominate public comment session as City Council weighs proposalThe public comment session Thursday was part of a string of hearings Council is holding to consider a legislative package necessary for the Sixers to build the team’s proposed $1.3 billion arena.
Read more »
Sixers officials testify at second day of City Council hearings on proposed arenaOn the first day of hearings Tuesday, lawmakers raised concerns about SEPTA, community benefits funding, and more.
Read more »