Big League Utah touts Salt Lake City and a shovel-ready site as the ideal location for “the future of America’s entertainment.”
Rocky Mountain Power breaks ground on Phase I of Power District
Salt Lake City , April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Miller family and The Larry H. Miller Company have formed a comprehensive alliance. Utah Leaders in position Salt Lake City As an ideal market for Major League Baseball (MLB). Big League Utah, a broad-based community coalition, believes Utah is “the future of America’s entertainment”. Like the shining stars of baseball, Utah It is a 5-tool player for development, economy, location, sports culture, and quality of life. The coalition has targeted a shovel-ready site for a new MLB ballpark in the 100-acre Rocky Mountain Power District. Salt Lake City on the west side.
“We believe in the power of sports to uplift and unite communities,” said Gail Miller, co-founder and owner of The Larry H. Miller Company. “Larry and I risked everything to acquire the Utah Jazz, and it was a great honor to see it thrive as a model franchise. Now we have the opportunity to welcome Major League Baseball.” Utah And invite all Utahns to join us in this effort.”
Includes alliances of Utah Federal, state and local decision-makers, business and community leaders, former MLB baseball players, and potential investors.
“Over the past year, we have enjoyed our continued conversations with Major League Baseball and have formally registered our interest in considering Salt Lake as an expansion market,” he said. Steve Starrs, CEO of Larry H. Miller Company. “We have strong reasons to believe we will be a viable candidate. The response has been enthusiastic worldwide as we have invited others to join the alliance. Any time you are in the running to add a professional baseball team to your market. That opportunity. Baseball in this country has become synonymous with big cities. It helps build their identity.”
Recent statistics show that 82 percent of the public go to sports Utah believe it Utah A potential expansion market for professional sports should be considered, and Major League Baseball is considered the most family-friendly professional sports option for Utahns surveyed.
“Utah The country has the strongest economy, a top 30 media market, and the fastest growing state with the youngest population,” he said. Utah the governor Spencer Cox. “These are the ingredients of the Major League Baseball market. As the crossroads of the West, Utah It has successfully hosted major sporting events such as the 2002 Olympic Winter Games and two NBA All-Star Games and is home to thriving professional and collegiate sports teams. We boast the greatest snow on earth, five national parks and 46 state parks. We are on the radar and pushing as hard as we can. “
Utah Potential MLB expansion markets have the highest average income and perform similarly to other markets in both ticketing and sponsorship revenue. family friendly state, Utah It is also a leader in youth sports programs, including Junior Biz, the largest MILB youth program with 20,000 participants and growing, and Junior Jazz, the longest-running Junior NBA program, launched in 1983.
“Salt Lake City Major League Baseball is apparently poised to become the newest home. From our world-class international airport to our robust public transit system, our hotel and hospitality sectors, and our arts, culture and entertainment community – the infrastructure we already have in place makes us well suited for this growth.” Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall said “The residents of North Temple, near our capital city and power district, are ready for this type of investment, and I welcome the opportunity to continue to be this cultural and economic hub of our great state and region.”
On April 12, Rocky Mountain Power broke ground on Phase 1 of its Power District project, which includes a new headquarters for the company. A 100-acre mixed-use development, the Power District is projected to transform the area on the west side. Salt Lake City A modern, sustainable, and vibrant space for businesses, fans, and residents alike.
“The Power District is ideally located in the middle Salt Lake City International airport and downtown,” said Gary Hoogeveen, Rocky Mountain Power Chief Executive Officer. “The ballpark within our new development will be uniquely located adjacent to I-80 and UTA’s light rail line near North Temple, and will have stunning views of the city skyline. Wasatch mountains.”
Mortenson, led by general manager Sarah Narges, which oversaw the construction of Truist Park for the Atlanta Braves, is the general contractor for the first phase of the Power District and has proven expertise in professional sports venue construction. Rocky Mountain Power and Mortenson have partnered with the Larry H. Miller Company and Big League Utah to attract Major League Baseball. Salt Lake City.
“For nearly seven decades, Mortenson has been shaping skylines across the country, building a reputation as the best and most respected name in sports manufacturing,” said Narges, Power District Construction Manager. “We understand the high level of skill, knowledge and expertise required to develop and build complex projects. A well-designed and efficiently constructed facility can positively impact revenue generation, performance and operations, fan experience and create lasting community impact.”
“Having played in the MLB for nearly two decades, I know what it takes for this city to successfully host professional baseball. Salt Lake City It has it all: a young and growing population, a prime ballpark location, a growing economy, and a dedicated community of supporters,” said. Dale MurphyTwo-time MVP and former MLB player.
Big League Utah invites baseball fans of all ages to join the effort and visit www.bigleagueutah.com to learn more.
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About Big League Utah
Big League Utah is a large community coalition led by the Miller family. It includes of Utah Federal, state and local decision-makers, business and community leaders, former MLB baseball players, and potential investors. Coalition members are united behind the effort to welcome an MLB team Salt Lake City. For more information, visit www.bigleagueutah.com.
About Larry H. Miller Company
Headquartered in Sandy, Utah, Larry H. The Miller Company (LHMCO) oversees the Miller family’s portfolio of businesses and investments, including Salt Lake Bees, Larry H. Miller Megaplex Theaters, Larry H. Miller Communities, Larry H. Miller Senior Health, and Prestige Financial are included. LHMCO has recently led several acquisitions, including Daybreak and Destination Homes, while also investing in Lendio, Run Buggy and Aqua Yield. Recently, LHMCO acquired a majority stake in Swig, a fast-growing customized beverage and treatment company. For more information, visit www.lhm.com.
About Salt Lake Bees
Since 2005, the Miller family has owned the Salt Lake Bees, the Triple-A affiliate for the Los Angeles Angels, and continues to invest in the franchise. LHMCO recently announced that it will build a new MiLB ballpark for the team at Daybreak, a master-planned community. South Jordan, Utah. Utah It will not be the first MLB market to host both MLB and MiLB teams. At least five MLB teams have Triple-A affiliates in the same market.
Millers and is an attorney for LHMCO Utah As a state of sports and continuing to support its efforts to attract the next Olympic Winter Games, it has built leading youth sports programs around baseball and basketball, and secured two NBA All-Star Games. Their mission is to enrich lives. They believe professional sports unite communities and create opportunities for economic development. Visit www.milb.com/salt-lake.
About Rocky Mountain Power
Rocky Mountain Power provides safe and reliable electric service to more than 1.1 million customers Utah, Wyoming and Idaho. The company supplies customers with electricity from a diverse portfolio of generating plants, including hydroelectric, thermal, wind, geothermal and solar sources. Rocky Mountain Power is part of PacifiCorp, one of the lowest cost electricity providers United States of AmericaWith two million customers in six western states. For more information, visit www.rockymountainpower.net.
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