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Experience Venues
Updated Oct 07 2020
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Summary
Tuscaloosa is considering whether or not to build space to accommodate large events. Examples include conferences, conventions, athletics, performances, corporate and civic outings, and a variety of other events. When successfully built and operated, spaces like this improve quality of life for residents and generate income for the city through tourism activity. Visitors travel to town to participate in the event, spending money on hotels, food, gas, and other items while here.
The first phase of the project will explore the feasibility of constructing a conference/convention center and/or sports tourism and event space within the City of Tuscaloosa. The feasibility study will evaluate existing and project future demand for a facility, examine the appropriate size of any recommended facilities, evaluate the best location, recommend partnering strategies, determine associated capital and operating costs, and assess the impact of any recommended facilities on the local economy. The results of the feasibility study will determine if future project phases are necessary.
Goals and Impact
Explore the possibility of providing a destination to host entertainment events, conferences, conventions, athletic events, and other attractions in order to generate tourism and to serve local residents, organizations, and industries
Conduct a professional study to determine the viability of adding event space in Tuscaloosa and use it to make informed decisions
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Project Materials
Costs
Cost Summary
Spent:
$0
Approved:
$110,000
Budget:
Pending Planning/Design
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Spent: The amount paid on this project to-date.
Approved: The amount that has been approved by the City Council to be spent for a specific contract or purpose on this project. In city accounting terms, this is spent + encumbered.
Budget: The total amount of money that the City expects to be spent to complete this project. This amount is only finalized once sufficient planning on the project has been completed.
Financial Information
Cost Details
Elevate Tuscaloosa Fund: City funds dedicated to Elevate Tuscaloosa which are allocated to this project.
Other City Funds: City funds from non-Elevate Tuscaloosa sources allocated to this project.
External Funding: Amounts from sources outside of the city, such as grants, or donations from citizens or private companies.
Overall Funding
Funding Summary
Elevate Tuscaloosa Fund:
$110,000
Other City Funds:
$0
External Funding:
$0
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