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New Mexico United Stadium Proposal | The Line

November 22, 2019 – The New Mexico United professional soccer team broke attendance records in their inaugural season, renewing interest in the building of a possible permanent stadium somewhere in downtown Albuquerque. Team representatives recently presented a proposal to lawmakers laying out the potential economic impact of a stadium. Host Gene Grant and the Line opinion panelists weigh the pros and cons, and also discuss potential locations for a new stadium.

Line Panelists:
Michael Bird, public health consultant
Dede Feldman, former State Senator
Tom Garrity, The Garrity Group PR
H. Diane Snyder, former State Senator

For Further Reading:
Lawmakers Hear Pitch for Soccer Stadium in AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque Journal

New Mexico Lawmakers Discuss Building Future Soccer StadiumAssociated Press

NM United Tells Legislators About Need for Their Own StadiumNew Mexico Political Report

Talks for New Stadium in Albuquerque; Would You Pay For It?KOAT