Kansas City Royals announce commitments to Crossroads Community Association [Video]

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Royals announced Saturday commitments it will make to the Crossroads Community Association in the event Jackson County, Missouri, voters approve Question 1 on April 2.

If Jackson Countians vote “Yes” on Question 1, the current 3/8th-cent sales tax that funds the stadiums will be renewed at the same rate through 2064, rather than expiring in 2031. The Royals say if approved, they would build a new ballpark in the Crossroads neighborhood of Kansas City, Missouri.

The Royals pledged to support small businesses, including those displaced by the potential stadium, by assisting with “rent support, relocation assistance, tenant improvements, and payroll coverage to help with employee retention.” The team will also discuss construction scheduling with property owners and businesses in the area to reduce its impact, and will improve infrastructure impacted by the stadium — with an emphasis on storm water management, green solutions and development.

“We are pleased to be collaborating with the Crossroads Community …