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Johnston Vows to Keep Summit FC Stadium in Denver as Council Pauses Funding Votes

Council scrutiny of public funding has pushed the team to consider alternatives outside the city.

Overview

  • A City Council committee advanced rezoning for the Santa Fe Yards site, but four measures tied to financing and infrastructure were postponed for more detail.
  • Mayor Mike Johnston declared he will not let the stadium leave Denver, saying, “Over my dead body,” while expressing confidence the city can answer council questions.
  • Denver Summit FC said it is pursuing a parallel path with other jurisdictions as it continues talks with the mayor and council, with a follow-up meeting set for Dec. 10.
  • South Broadway businesses near the proposed site urged leaders to complete the deal, citing long-needed foot traffic and economic activity for the corridor.
  • Operational plans continue with a March 28 home opener at Mile High on CBS, more than 8,500 season tickets reported, and veteran defenders Kaleigh Kurtz and Megan Reid signed through 2028.