It’s game on for the New Mexico United stadium at Balloon Fiesta Park after city councilors denied a neighborhood appeal of the project last night. Reporter Elizabeth McCall was watching the meeting to find out:
- Is this a done deal, or can neighbors stop it from happening?
- Will the city need to make any changes to address the neighbors’ concerns?
- What are the next steps for the stadium?
City Council paves the way for new NM United stadium
Councilors denied latest appeal to stop construction
By Elizabeth McCall
The Albuquerque City Council at its Monday meeting again voted in favor of moving forward with building a New Mexico United stadium at Balloon Fiesta Park — however, it is taking steps to address traffic concerns in the area. The project had been on pause after nearby neighborhoods appealed the plan twice. Mayor Tim Keller […]
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