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NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay) — PoliticsJuly 16, 2026Hillsborough County

Potential Shift in Tampa Bay Rays Stadium Funding

Hillsborough County officials are exploring a plan to shift $180 million in stadium funding from the City of Tampa to the county. This proposal is part of ongoing negotiations regarding the construction of a new stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays.

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Why It Matters

The proposal could change which local government entity is responsible for managing $180 million in public funds allocated for a potential new stadium project.

Key Facts

  • Hillsborough County is negotiating the potential transfer of $180 million in stadium investment funds from the City of Tampa to the county.
  • Ken Hagan, chair of the Hillsborough County Commission, confirmed that these funding transfer discussions are part of current stadium negotiations.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationHillsborough County Commission“Local government body negotiating stadium funding”PersonKen Hagan“Chair of the Hillsborough County Commission”OrganizationTampa Bay Rays“Professional baseball team involved in stadium negotiations”