麻豆AV鈥檚 mayor says he appreciates GSL Group鈥檚 revitalization plan for Prospera Place, but reiterates the city wants the best sports and entertainment offerings available.
鈥淪o we will be moving forward with a properly completed request for proposal that will outline the things we are looking for in detail,鈥� said Tom Dyas.
GSL Group sent its proposal to the city on Jan. 30 and followed it up with a news conference on Jan. 31.
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It outlines improvements and upgrades, including enhancements for any potential Memorial Cup bid by the 麻豆AV Rockets, at $18 to $22 million.
Mayor Dyas said he hadn鈥檛 seen the proposal (as of Jan. 31), but added he would review it.
He said he was appreciative of GSL Group for bringing Prospera Place to 麻豆AV and the operation it has provided in the past.
鈥淭hrough a procurement process, there is a lease renewing on a major facility within this community, and we want to make certain we have the best-engaged operator possible for this city,鈥� the mayor added.
The 6,886-seat Prospera Place opened in 1999 and includes a 30-year agreement between the city and GSL Group which expires in 2029.
鈥淭he city will play a much active role in making sure that asset is kept in the best condition possible moving forward,鈥� Dyas said.
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