Midtown Field House Development and Design
Summary
The city is moving toward finalizing the scope for a massive new sports and entertainment field house in Midtown. Council members discussed four layout options, with most favoring a 200,000-square-foot footprint while debating whether to include an indoor running track.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Estimated preliminary construction costs range from roughly $45 million to $54 million depending on the selected footprint.
Local youth sports leagues, sports tourists, hoteliers, and residents seeking recreational amenities.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (2)
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL - Sep 16, 2026
The city is moving toward finalizing the scope for a massive new sports and entertainment field house in Midtown. Council members discussed four layout options, with most favoring a 200,000-square-foot footprint while debating whether to include an indoor running track.
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