source: StadiumDB.com; author: Paulina Skóra
The U.S. Senate has passed a bill transferring control of the old RFK Stadium site to the District of Columbia, potentially paving the way for the Washington Commanders to return to the nation’s capital.
A return to the capital among the options
This decision came after removing a provision from a short-term budget bill that would have handed control of the site from the federal government to D.C. Governor Wes Moore, in an interview with News4, called the bill the right move
and the quickest, most efficient way to improve the fan experience. Moore noted that the legislation opens the door for Maryland to compete to keep the Commanders.
The Washington Commanders are exploring potential stadium locations in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia as they plan for a new home in the coming years. Their current lease at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland, runs through 2027, and team co-owner Josh Harris has identified 2030 as a realistic target
for the completion of a new stadium.
© Staff Sgt. Patrick Evenson | Northwest Stadium
The team played at RFK Stadium, located two miles east of the U.S. Capitol, from 1961 to 1996 before relocating to Maryland. Harris and several co-owners, including Mitch Rales and Mark Ein, grew up as Washington football fans during the team’s glory years, which included three Super Bowl championships between 1982 and 1991.
A chance for a modern stadium
The legislation shifts administrative jurisdiction over the RFK site from the Secretary of the Interior to the D.C. government. While the land will remain federal property, D.C. will now be able to develop it for stadium use, commercial and residential projects, and other public purposes, according to U.S. Representative James Comer’s office. Comer, a Republican from Kentucky, introduced the bill. The Senate’s approval of the RFK Stadium Campus Revitalization Act is a historic moment for our nation’s capital,
Comer said in a statement.
Maryland’s push to keep the Commanders
Maryland Representative Glenn Ivey, whose district includes the Northwest Stadium, has proposed plans to retain the Commanders by building a new stadium in Prince George’s County near the current one, alongside surrounding development. In a statement, Ivey said, Maryland should have the opportunity to compete to keep the Commanders here […] Our location offers two nearby Metro stations, excellent highway access, and more land for parking. By working closely with Harris’s team—who own much of the land around the stadium—we can create a cost-effective solution that benefits the community, the region, the team, and fans. Maryland looks forward to working with the Commanders to make this vision a reality.
Elon Musk, the entrepreneur and founder or co-founder of companies such as PayPal, SpaceX, Tesla, and Neuralink, opposed the idea of building a new facility. This should not be funded by your tax dollars!
Musk stated on X, the platform he owns.
© Stadiontour.at | Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium
A recent proposal to build a modern stadium in Washington has stirred up controversy, with Elon Musk expressing his opposition to the project. The proposed stadium, which would be the new home for a major sports team in the city, has been met with mixed reactions from the public.
According to StadiumDB.com, the stadium would feature state-of-the-art technology and amenities, making it a premier destination for sports fans. However, Musk has raised concerns about the environmental impact of the project, citing potential disruptions to the local ecosystem and wildlife.
Despite the opposition from Musk, proponents of the stadium argue that it would bring economic benefits to the city and create jobs for local residents. The debate over the construction of the stadium is likely to continue as stakeholders weigh the potential benefits and drawbacks of the project.
As the decision on whether to move forward with the stadium looms, it remains to be seen how the opposing viewpoints will be reconciled. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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La Juventus, tramite il proprio sito ufficiale, informa i tifosi bianconeri su dove vedere il match del campionato Primavera che i bianconeri giocheranno domani, a partire dalle 13:00, contro l’Atalanta a Zingonia:
La partita con il City è cambiata con due episodi, il primo Di Gregorio che salva su Haaland nel primo tempo e nel secondo la cavalcata di Federico Gatti che rompe gli schemi e fa ripartire la Juve innescando poi l’azione che porta al gol.
