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News conference, reportedly about new ballpark, scheduled
- Updated: May 20, 2016
ARLINGTON — The city of Arlington has scheduled a news conference on Friday for an “important economic development” that industry sources said involve a new ballpark for the Rangers.
The facility would have a retractable roof, and according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, the ballpark would cost $900 million, split equally between the city and the club. Voters would have to approve any tax dollars used to pay for the facility.
Rangers co-owner Ray Davis and Arlington mayor Jeff Williams are scheduled to hold the press briefing at 1:30 p.m. CT. The ballclub and city have not divulged any more details.
“For more than four decades, Arlington and the Texas Rangers have had a strong relationship,” city spokeswoman Susan Schrock …
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