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The cleanup efforts, which were approved back in October for roughly $6.5 million, are just the tip of the iceberg. These efforts included essential measures such as temporary drainage and waterproofing to mitigate any further damage from the elements. However, as previously mentioned, the estimated $56 million is a significant investment in a venue that may not have a long future ahead.
Intersection with Existing Agreements
Interestingly, one of the points of contention lies within an existing agreement stipulating that the use agreement would be extended through the end of the 2028 season, due to the hurricane damage. This clause has provided the Rays with leverage to insist on the necessary rebuilds while simultaneously placing additional pressure on the city’s budget.