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NewsWMNF Tampa Community RadioAugust 28, 2026Hillsborough County

Tampa City Council approves Tampa Bay Rays stadium deal

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The Tampa City Council voted 4-3 to approve a proposed stadium deal for the Tampa Bay Rays. The Hillsborough County Commission is scheduled to hold a follow-up vote on the agreement on Friday, August 28, 2026.

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Why It Matters

The approval of this stadium deal determines the future location and public funding commitment for the Tampa Bay Rays' home facility in the Tampa Bay area.

Key Facts

  • The Tampa City Council approved the proposed Tampa Bay Rays stadium deal with a 4-3 vote.
  • The Hillsborough County Commission is scheduled to vote on the same stadium deal on Friday, August 28, 2026.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationFlorida Policy Institute“Released a report on Amendment 3 impacts.”OrganizationHillsborough County Commission“Governing body voting on the stadium project.”PersonHarold Gene Lucas“Death row inmate scheduled for execution.”OrganizationTampa City Council“The municipal body that voted to approve the stadium deal.”locationHillsborough County“The county government scheduled to vote on the deal.”OrganizationTampa Bay Rays“The professional baseball team involved in the stadium deal.”PersonCurtis Wilkie Beasley“Death row inmate scheduled for execution.”