Philadelphia City Council has pre-approved the 76ers’ proposed $1.3 billion arena in Center City after hours of negotiations. With a 12-4 vote, the legislation moves forward, with a final decision expected on December 19.
From WHYY.org:
Most of the legislation City Council advanced Thursday was crafted by the Parker administration, including bills related to zoning and planning. There are also provisions for a community benefits agreement (CBA) worth $60 million, and an economic opportunity plan designed to ensure the arena is built and supported by a diverse workforce.
The other arena bills passed Thursday were drafted by Squilla. Two of those bills are aimed at preserving the scale of Chinatown while preventing displacement in the neighborhood, a chief concern of arena opponents.
