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The last-minute roadblocks have been particularly damaging. A bond of approximately $312 million was crucial for facilitating the groundbreaking, which was initially slated for January 2025. However, ongoing political indecision has pushed this vote multiple times, culminating in public frustration from the Rays’ management. The statement from the team indicating that the proposal is now "off the table" serves as a stark reminder of how fragile such agreements can be.