Chiefs and Royals May Leave Kansas City if Stadium Tax Vote Fails
The future of Kansas City's Chiefs and Royals hinges on an upcoming vote to extend a sales tax for stadium improvements.
- Chiefs President Mark Donovan indicates that relocating the teams is an option amid the stadium tax vote scheduled for April 2.
- The proposed tax extension aims to fund $800 million in renovations for Arrowhead Stadium and a new downtown ballpark for the Royals.
- Opponents of the tax bill express concerns over potential negative impacts on local businesses and call the campaign fear-based.
- The Chiefs and Royals have agreed to sign leases to stay in Kansas City if the new tax proposal passes, ensuring their presence for the next 40 years.
- Other cities, including Nashville, Las Vegas, and San Antonio, are mentioned as potential relocation options for the teams.