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January 11, 2017

City wants proposals for KeyArena

By JOURNAL STAFF

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The city said it will consider projects that extend outside of KeyArena’s footprint, but buildings north of KeyArena are not included.

The city of Seattle has released a request for proposals to redevelop KeyArena.

“The RFP asks interested responders to develop a proposal that creates a premier entertainment venue for our city and region,” said Brian K. Surratt, director of the Seattle Office of Economic Development, in a news release. “The RFP was developed with input from 10 city departments in consultation with constituencies from throughout Seattle.”

Proposals are due April 12.

Backers of the selected proposal will be responsible for funding the project.

The city said it will consider projects that extend outside of KeyArena’s footprint, but buildings north of KeyArena are not included, including those occupied by KEXP, Vera Project and SIFF Film Center.

The city said KeyArena had more than 500,000 visitors last year. Robert Nellams, director of Seattle Center, estimated that after being redeveloped the arena could attract another 80-100 events annually.

More information is at www.seattle.gov/arena.




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