San Antonio Council Discusses New Ballpark Proposal

San Antonio is moving forward with plans for a $160 million downtown ballpark for the San Antonio Missions, aimed at revitalizing the city's northwest area. The project, expected to be completed in four phases by 2031, involves significant private investment from Missions ownership and key partners, with the first two phases projected to yield $575 million. However, the development raises concerns about the displacement of vulnerable residents, particularly those living in the low-income Soap Factory Apartments, which will be demolished for the project. Funding for the stadium will come from a mix of public and private sources, including bonds and tax revenue from the Houston Street Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone. City leaders emphasize that the stadium will not require taxpayer funding, but the impact on housing for low-income residents remains a contentious issue. The goal is to have the new facility operational by the 2028 season, replacing the aging Nelson Wolff Stadium.