The 76ers have decided to remain in South Philadelphia’s sports stadium district, according to multiple City Council members. This decision follows over two years of intense debate about building a new arena on East Market Street in Center City. Despite City Council passing legislation late last year to support the Center City arena project, Comcast… Read more »
Mayor Cherelle Parker stated Wednesday that she will consider input from all stakeholders before deciding on the Philadelphia 76ers’ proposed arena in Center City, but a decision is “forthcoming.” “I’m not talking about in months,” Parker clarified during a town hall discussion, emphasizing that future return on investment is her primary concern. Hundreds gathered at… Read more »
The City of Philadelphia has selected firms to conduct two of the three independent evaluations planned for the 76ers’ polarizing Center City arena proposal. BJH Advisors and Sojourner Consulting will analyze the project’s community impact and CSL will conduct an economic analysis and projections, the city announced Wednesday. *Article courtesy Philadelphia Business Journal For more… Read more »
The first time Cory Scott heard that the Philadelphia 76ers wanted to build a Center City arena at the site of the Fashion District, he was in disbelief. Then the excitement set in. Scott is executive vice president of asset management for Macerich, the real estate investment trust that owns the Fashion District. The Sixers’ proposal for a… Read more »
Despite already existing congestion on Center City streets at rush hour, the Philadelphia 76ers believe the area’s transportation system doesn’t need upgrades to accommodate the franchise’s proposed arena. The $1.3 billion arena, planned to open in 2031, would be on Market Street between 10th and 11th streets at the site of the Fashion District. It would… Read more »
