Approval granted for military commanders to relocate from current locations to Washington D.C., marking a significant shift in military leadership structure.
Washington D.C. Welcomes Back the Commanders with $3.7 Billion Stadium Deal
After a long wait, the Washington D.C. Council has given final approval to a $3.7 billion deal for the Commanders franchise to return to the nation's capital. The deal, which is now pending the mayor's signature, marks the official return of the Commanders to their spiritual home in 2030.
Mayor Muriel Bowser will sign the bill following the Council's approval. The team's owner, Josh Harris, called the day a "historic day" for D.C., the Commanders organization, and the fans.
The Commanders plan to build their new stadium aligned with a mixed-use development on the site of the old RFK Stadium. The new D.C. venue will have a seating capacity of 65,000 and will be a significant addition to the city's sports and entertainment landscape.
The Commanders are committing $2.7 billion towards the building of the new stadium. The project includes housing units, a new Sportsplex, and the development of the land around the stadium to attract entertainment venues, restaurants, and hotels.
The team has been playing in Landover, Maryland, since 1997. RFK Stadium was the Commanders' home from 1961 to 1996. The new D.C. venue will be a welcome return for fans who have been eagerly awaiting the Commanders' homecoming.
Mayor Bowser referred to the final approval as the "final step in securing our future at the new RFK Stadium." The vote was 11-2 in favor of the stadium deal, clearing its final hurdle with the local legislature.
Officials hope to open the new D.C. venue in 2030. The new stadium is expected to bring significant economic benefits to the city, including job creation and increased tourism.
The Commanders' return to D.C. is a significant moment for the city and its sports fans. The new stadium and mixed-use development are set to transform the area around RFK Stadium and provide a much-needed boost to the city's sports and entertainment scene.
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