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Hillsborough OKs $17.9 Million in Tourist Taxes for Steinbrenner Field Upgrades

County leaders say the investment safeguards a county-owned venue that draws spring training visitors.

Overview

  • Commissioners voted 6–1 to approve the package, with Donna Cameron-Cepeda dissenting.
  • Funding will come from hotel bed taxes reserved for tourism projects rather than general revenue.
  • The Yankees are expected to contribute about $22 million, bringing the renovation program to roughly $40 million.
  • Planned work includes a $4.5 million scoreboard, a $2.5 million front-plaza overhaul, Wi‑Fi and security upgrades, new seating and shade, HVAC work, and pavement repairs.
  • Officials noted separate, early discussions about a potential Rays ballpark near Hillsborough Community College, with no formal proposal submitted.