Did you see last night’s story on KTVB?
A group is now organizing, calling themselves the Concerned Boise Taxpayers, and they’re advocating for the city to slow down, be transparent and be responsible. This group says: “We are citizens of Boise, business owners and taxpayers. We support sports, development and a vibrant economy. But we oppose the proposed ‘Boise Stadium Project.'” The group says the stadium is not the right fit for that area, and that taxpayers shouldn’t be footing the bill.
“Public financing of sports stadiums for minor league teams does not work,” Concerned Boise Taxpayers Co-Chair and former Albertsons CEO Gary Michael told KTVB. “Sports arenas should not be built with public funds.”
“It’s more of an economic issue of slow down, be responsible with public funds,” Concerned Boise Taxpayers Co-Chair and former managing investor of the Idaho Stampede basketball team, Bill Ilett, said.