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NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay) — PoliticsAugust 16, 2026Hillsborough

Tampa Bay Rays to select stadium construction manager as financing agreements near

The Tampa Bay Rays are set to announce a construction management firm for their new ballpark this Monday. Simultaneously, Hillsborough College President Ken Atwater indicated that final stadium financing agreements are expected to be presented to local officials within the coming days.

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Why It Matters

The selection of a and the finalization of financing agreements are critical steps toward the physical development of the proposed stadium project in Hillsborough County.

Key Facts

  • The Tampa Bay Rays are scheduled to announce a construction management firm for the new stadium on Monday.
  • Hillsborough College President Ken Atwater stated that definitive stadium financing agreements could be presented to local officials within days.

Who's Mentioned

personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida.”organizationHillsborough College“Educational institution involved in the stadium project discourse.”personLynn Hurtak“Tampa City Council member.”personBill Carlson“Tampa City Council member.”personKen Babby“Rays CEO.”personKen Hagan“Hillsborough County Commission Chair.”personKen Atwater“President of Hillsborough College.”organizationTampa Bay Rays“Professional baseball team proposing a new stadium.”