Bears Consider Moving Stadium Plans From Arlington Heights to Naperville Due to Cost Concerns

Chicago Bears officials met with Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli to discuss building a new stadium development in Naperville instead of Arlington Heights.
The Bears cited concerns about property tax hikes on the former Arlington Park racetrack site as a reason for reconsidering that location.
The Bears plan to privately finance a new stadium but want public funding for infrastructure like roads and sewers.
The Bears aim to build a $5 billion stadium and entertainment district that could create 48,000 jobs and generate $9.4 billion for the local economy.
The Bears say their plan to build in Arlington Heights is "no longer our singular focus" and they are open to alternative sites.