What are the benefits to the State of Minnesota and its citizens of building a new facility?
Along with the economic benefits that are outlined on this web site and are included in CSL’s recent Jobs and Economic Impact Analysis, Minnesotans would have a publicly-owned and operated major, multi-purpose facility available to host large events. Despite losing the Twins and the Gophers as tenants, the Metrodome was still being used over 200 days a year prior to the roof collapse; the majority of that usage involves less-known events such as high school and amateur baseball, high school football and trade shows. Building a new stadium also retains the Vikings in Minnesota for at least the next 30 years. As a cultural icon in the state, the Vikings are a part of the fabric of Minnesota. The team gives us a common bond, something to discuss at work and enjoy with our families. In 2010, nearly half of the State’s 5 million people watched, listened to or attended Vikings games every Sunday. The Vikings truly do impact Minnesota’s quality of life.
