City Council Advances Sports Complex Debate – Town of Ocean City, Maryland

City Council Advances Discussions on Sports Facilities

OCEAN CITY, Maryland – (February 1, 2023): Ocean City City Council members voted unanimously on Tuesday, January 31, to have the Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA) and its consultants present their latest sports complex market and economic feasibility study at their upcoming meeting. invited. The meeting, he is scheduled for March, will be held at the Ocean City Convention Center and will be open to elected officials from Worcester County.

“The Worcester County Sports Complex has been a top priority for the City Council for the last several years,” said City Manager Terry McGeane. “The town recognizes the critical importance of the Maryland Stadium Authority presenting the latest in sports complex and economic analysis to the council, commissioners, other local elected officials, and the public. believe.”

The latest research, released in November 2022, includes the latest market research, economic and financial impact analysis, the latest overview of sporting participation trends, and construction cost estimates. Additionally, the latest study provides key findings, including estimated tax revenue generated from the continued operation of sports complexes.

“There have been many questions surrounding the proposed sports complex, and we believe that inviting the MSA here with our consultants will give elected officials the opportunity to ask questions about the project and the findings of the report.” “Ocean City’s Mayor and City Council continue to have an interest in building a sports complex in Worcester County and believe this conference is a fresh start and an exciting opportunity for us to move forward.” I hope it will start additional discussions on how to: economic development, tourism, and local county residents.”

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