Jacksonville City Council is expected to vote on the Stadium of the Future in Tuesday’s council meeting.
The deal includes a 30-year lease to keep the Jacksonville Jaguars in the city long-term and funds the transformative stadium renovation set to be completed in 2028.
“This day has been a long time coming. I am truly grateful for the partnership with the Jaguars throughout the negotiation process, and to the City Council for passing this historic deal. Together, we are turning renderings into reality for the betterment of Jacksonville,” Jacksonville Mayor Deegan said in a statement.to make the Jacksonville Jaguars a reality more than 30 years ago was reaffirmed today by the leadership of Mayor, her team and the Jacksonville City Council.
Councilman Mike Gay voted “No” and Councilmembers Kevin Carrico and Terrance Freeman abstained from voting due to conflicts.The city’s portion will be a little more than half at $775 million. “I think there’s a lot of folks that are nervous that the council won’t come through for them. But I’m going to do everything in my power to see that this CBA gets through. So we’re not just kicking a field goal. We’re really scoring a touchdown,” Councilman“I can almost choke up. I’m the only Councilman that has voted on two Jaguar leases. I think back on the many years of my colleagues that I learned so much from, and how that helped prepare me for this time around,” Carlucci said.
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