KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – Odds like Kansas City Chiefs will stay or leave Arrowhead after the team’s lease ends in 2031 are not easy to determine.

There are benefits in renovating the stadium; it would be cheaper, but there doesn’t seem to be a deal. Tuesday Jackson County Administrator Troy Schulte indicated that they are at least at the table with the bosses.

“I was able to attend last week’s meeting with the bosses. Those conversations were very positive,” Schulte told Jackson County lawmakers. “We have a nondisclosure agreement that prevents me from talking about specifics, other than to say the tone was very cordial, very positive. I think we can work something out. I have not had, as far as I know, any conversation with the royal family for several months.”

Benefits of moving the Chiefs to Kansas include a package that Kansas lawmakers crafted in a special session. However, Star’s bond deal expires June 1 if not taken up by the Chiefs or Royals, and while it may be able to finance a baseball stadium, some have expressed doubts that it can finance a $2 billion soccer stadium of dollars.

Yesterday, bosses announced third-party marketing and research firm, CSL Internationalwould help weigh these options. They have also worked with the Los Angeles Chargers, Rams, Las Vegas Raiders and Chicago Bears.

In a statement, bosses said: “The research sessions – which will run over the coming weeks – will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to share ideas about potential features, facilities and seating options, with sessions focusing on one of two different potentials. projects: a GEHA field renovation at Arrowhead Stadium or a new stadium build.”

The Chiefs’ interest in exploring their options has caused concern in the Show-Me State. Jackson County 1st District Legislator Manny Abarca has been exploring ways to bring a deal to the table since last April’s failed stadium sales tax vote.

“I’m concerned that with those landmark stadiums, those places where those teams left other places to move to their new stadiums, we might go down the same path if we’re not careful,” Abarca said. “(Jackson County Executive Frank White) is in the driver’s seat, but he doesn’t appear to be driving — he doesn’t appear to be in the car. Unfortunately, when we ask these questions, he is either not at our meetings or the staff has indicated that he is not involved.”

KCTV5 reached out to White’s office but did not hear back.

Mike Kehoe was elected to be the next governor of Missouri during the general election. KCTV5 reached out to his office about negotiations with the teams and received the following statement from a spokesperson.

“Governor-elect Kehoe is committed to continuing to work with Kansas City and statewide stakeholders to keep the Chiefs and Royals in Missouri. He will use every tool at his disposal to ensure that Missouri is a state that welcomes investment, creates jobs and spurs economic growth.”

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