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On Tuesday night, the Jacksonville City Council voted 14-1 to approve a agreement in Jacksonville, Florida.
he Jaguars now one step closer to ensuring the long-term stability of the franchise.
If that occurs, construction will commence after the team’s 2025 season ends and is completed.
il, this is a momentous occasion that will be remembered for generations to come.”
Monumental. I believe it represents progress that spans generations.
The Jaguars and the city have both agreed to contribute $625 million each towards the renovation project.
Furthermore, the agreement stipulates that Jaguars owner Shad Khan will be accountable for any additional expenses incurred.
The agreement between the city and the Jaguars includes a 30-year lease, in addition to the renovation.
The Jaguars have played a home game in London every year since 2013, with the exception of 2020 due to the pandemic.
Jaguars president Mark Lamping stated that the team has begun the process of working towards a potential new or renovated facility.
We began working on it early because we researched cities that faced issues with their transportation systems.
Over the past four years, we have dedicated a significant amount of time and resources to this project.
The refurbished stadium will resemble SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, featuring a covered canopy over every seat.
The Jaguars are planning to play in EverBank Stadium with a reduced capacity in 2026.