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Approving and authorizing the execution of the contingent real estate acquisition agreement with the Port Authority for land needed for a ballpark in downtown Saint Paul, contingent upon conveyance of Midway Stadium, the budget amendment, and bond related matters.
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WHEREAS, the City of Saint Paul ("City") through its Department of Parks and Recreation and in collaboration with the Saint Paul Saints seeks to acquire property and obtain financing for the public purpose of developing and constructing a regional ballpark ("Ballpark") in the Lowertown neighborhood of Downtown Saint Paul; and
WHEREAS, the Ballpark will be owned by the City and managed by and/or leased to the Saint Paul Saints for their use as well as continued public use as a municipal stadium; and
WHEREAS, the Lowertown Ballpark design and construction process will include community interaction including the District 17 Community Council, following through on the City's commitment for community participation throughout the design and construction process; and
WHEREAS, an advisory Lowertown Ballpark Design and Construction committee will be created. The membership will include residents and business representatives from Lowertown and nearby impacted areas appointed by the District 17 Community Council, and including the design center. This advisory committee will be charged with providing input on the Lowertown Ballpark design and construction process with a focus on ensuring that a livable and economically viable neighborhood is maintained throughout the construction process and after the Ballpark is in operation; and
WHEREAS, City Staff will continue to report back periodically to the Saint Paul City Council regarding the status of the Lowertown Ballpark including specifically related to community participation, roadways and parking; and
WHEREAS, The Port Authority of the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota ("Port Authority") has at the City's request entered into a Contingent Purch...
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