Chiefs and Royals Pledge to Stay in Jackson County

Teams' future in county hinges on voter approval for sales tax extension to fund stadium renovations and new ballpark.

The Chiefs and Royals have announced their commitment to stay in Jackson County, contingent on voter approval for the extension of an existing sales tax.
The extended sales tax would fund renovations for Arrowhead Stadium and a new downtown ballpark for the Royals.
The teams have agreed to provide over $200 million in new economic benefits to Jackson County over 40 years in a new lease agreement.
The agreement would relieve the county's obligation to pay stadium insurance premiums and redirect the park tax back to the county.
The Royals plan to privately fund a new $1 billion ballpark district around their new facility.