Reports: White Sox, developer invite lawmakers, other VIPs on riverboat cruise in latest pitch for new stadium funding
On the field, the White Sox are finishing up one of the worst seasons in Major League Baseball history. Off the field — in this case, on the water — the team and a prominent real estate developer pulled out all the stops to pitch lawmakers as they seek public funding for a proposed new stadium.
Legislators say they’re still skeptical about public funding for new White Sox stadium after team-sponsored cruise
Illinois lawmakers on Tuesday said they remained unmoved over the prospect of public funding for a new White Sox stadium a day after the team and real estate developers hosted an event that included a Chicago River cruise to the proposed site for a new ballpark.
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Exclusive: Developer pushes for White Sox stadium despite lawmakers' doubts
The lead developer for a proposed stadium for the Chicago White Sox was mum when asked about the cost of the new pop-up field in Chicago’s South Loop, which was used to help provide a glimpse of what a new ballpark could bring to the area.
Legislators say they’re still skeptical about public funding for new White Sox stadium
While some lawmakers acknowledged being impressed by the presentation and the site, several said they remain skeptical about the use of public money for such a project.
Sealed-off dreams? Developer mum on what pols, White Sox greats attended South Loop stadium pitch
Facing stiff opposition for public funding, the team and developer tried to rally support by inviting state lawmakers to play on a pop-up baseball field at The 78 alongside former White Sox players.
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