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Clark County Approves $135M Bonds for Athletics' Vegas Ballpark

2/18/2026

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Clark County approved a reimbursement resolution for $135 million in bonds to finance the Athletics’ $2 billion ballpark in Las Vegas.
The Athletics will receive up to $380 million in public funding and a $300 million construction loan, with owner John Fisher covering the remaining costs.
A tax district around the ballpark will generate revenue to repay the bonds, but the Athletics must spend $100 million and secure an approved development agreement before accessing public funds.
The ballpark is scheduled to open in 2028.

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Clark County approved a reimbursement resolution for $135 million in bonds to finance the Athletics’ $2 billion ballpark in Las Vegas.
The Athletics will receive up to $380 million in public funding and a $300 million construction loan, with owner John Fisher covering the remaining costs.
A tax district around the ballpark will generate revenue to repay the bonds, but the Athletics must spend $100 million and secure an approved development agreement before accessing public funds.
The ballpark is scheduled to open in 2028.