KC Tenants Hate New Royals Stadium

This activist group was instrumental in winning the 2024 election against stadium taxes . . . And now . . .

KC TENANTS ARGUE AGAINST EPIC CASH FOR THE NEW ROYALS STADIUM AS WASHINGTON SQUARE PARK!!!

Here's a quick quote from the newspaper attempting to glaze up the new boss and promote a bit of controversy . . . Check-it:

"The citywide tenant union said in a statement on Monday that the city’s offer of up to $600 million in bonds for a Major League Baseball stadium near downtown is a waste of tax dollars that could be used to improve the lives of city residents.

"The group argues that the project would ultimately lead to higher housing costs. 

" 'Across the country, stadium developments drive up rents, accelerate displacement, and reshape neighborhoods for wealthier residents and tourists,' the tenant union said in the statement. The statement is the group’s first official communication opposing the ordinance that opens the door for a publicly funded stadium project near Union Station. However, KC Tenants Director Jenay Manley told The Star the group has opposed using public tax dollars for a new stadium for years."

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KC Tenants says Royals stadium will lead to higher rent and displaced residents