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DC Council Concludes Two-Day RFK Stadium Site Hearings Ahead of Friday Vote

Phil Mendelson reshaped the bill to divert $950 million of stadium revenues to the city after the Commanders agreed to cover all cost overruns plus invest $50 million in community benefits

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Overview

  • Over 500 residents delivered testimony during the two-day hearings with most advocating for job creation and economic growth through the redevelopment plan.
  • Council Chair Phil Mendelson restructured the legislation to redirect up to $950 million in stadium and development revenues back to the D.C. government.
  • The $3.8 billion stadium plan blends at least $2.7 billion from owner Josh Harris with roughly $1.1 billion in public investment.
  • The Commanders pledged to cover all cost overruns, invest $50 million in community benefits over 30 years and deliver LEED-certified construction with public open spaces and potential collaboration with the Washington Spirit.
  • The Council is scheduled to vote on the reworked stadium financing plan on Friday with a second vote planned for September.