Tampa Bay Leaders Voice Support for Keeping the Rays in the Region
As representatives of the Tampa Bay business community, we support efforts to keep the Tampa Bay Rays in our region and are encouraged by the constructive, forward-looking conversations taking place between team ownership and local government partners. As the collective voice of business across Tampa Bay, we recognize the significant role that professional sports play in shaping a vibrant, competitive, and connected community, and we support a vision that establishes a forever home for the Rays in Tampa Bay.
We are particularly encouraged by discussions that reflect a new ballpark and accompanying mixed-use district that would create approximately 12,000 permanent jobs, coupled with an estimated $34 billion in direct economic impact over 30 years, representing a generational opportunity for our region. This strategic investment, tied to thoughtful development, would serve as a catalyst for broader economic growth, while also creating spaces that bring residents and visitors together.
We appreciate the leadership demonstrated by all parties engaged in these discussions and remain committed to supporting solutions that strengthen our regional economy, enhance our quality of life, and reinforce Tampa Bay’s position as a premier place to live, work, and do business.
We are particularly encouraged by discussions that reflect a new ballpark and accompanying mixed-use district that would create approximately 12,000 permanent jobs, coupled with an estimated $34 billion in direct economic impact over 30 years, representing a generational opportunity for our region. This strategic investment, tied to thoughtful development, would serve as a catalyst for broader economic growth, while also creating spaces that bring residents and visitors together.
We appreciate the leadership demonstrated by all parties engaged in these discussions and remain committed to supporting solutions that strengthen our regional economy, enhance our quality of life, and reinforce Tampa Bay’s position as a premier place to live, work, and do business.