Bexar County Transfers Land for Downtown Baseball Stadium Project
Bexar County has officially transferred a 2.3-acre parcel to the San Pedro Creek Development Authority, a crucial step toward constructing a downtown baseball stadium that will feature extensive mixed-use developments, reports W. Scott Bailey of the SAN ANTONIO BUSINESS JOURNAL.
This transaction removes a significant obstacle, bringing the project closer to breaking ground. The land, previously owned by the San Antonio Independent School District, was sold after extensive negotiations.
Details of the Project
The county's agreement to transfer the property paves the way for building a new ballpark for the San Antonio Missions, a Double-A Texas League team, with an estimated cost of approximately $160 million.
Timeline and Support
In August, county Judge Peter Sakai and former San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg reached out to Major League Baseball officials, outlining plans for a stadium expected to be operational by the Missions' 2028 season.
Community Perspectives
Trish DeBerry, President and CEO of Centro San Antonio, emphasized that this land transfer is a vit...