NewsWUSF — Tampa Bay NPR (Politics)August 16, 2026Hillsborough
Tampa Bay Rays to select stadium construction manager as financing agreements near
The Tampa Bay Rays are scheduled to announce their choice for a stadium construction manager this Monday. Simultaneously, Hillsborough College President Ken Atwater indicated that final stadium financing agreements are expected to be presented to local officials within the coming days.
Read the full story at WUSF — Tampa Bay NPR (Politics)Why It Matters
The selection of a and the finalization of are critical steps toward the potential development of a new ballpark in Hillsborough County.
Key Facts
- The Tampa Bay Rays are set to announce a construction manager for the proposed stadium on Monday.
- Hillsborough College President Ken Atwater stated that stadium financing agreements could be submitted to local officials within days.
Who's Mentioned
personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida.”organizationHillsborough College“Site of the proposed stadium and redevelopment.”personBill Carlson“Tampa City Council member.”personKen Hagan“Hillsborough County Commission Chair.”personKen Atwater“President of Hillsborough College.”organizationTampa Bay Rays“Professional baseball team proposing a new stadium.”