For Immediate Release:
 October 14, 2009

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Vicki Mallette

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Mayor Carlos Alvarez’s statement on Marlins Ballpark court victory


(Miami-Dade County, FL) -- Today, the Third District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's final judgment in favor of Miami-Dade County, the City of Miami, and the Marlins in the case of Braman v. Miami-Dade County, et al.  The trial court upheld the Baseball Stadium Agreement against numerous statutory and constitutional challenges. The Third District affirmed the trial court's ruling.

"Incredible progress is being made at the site of the new Miami Marlins ballpark.   Jobs are being created and the Little Havana neighborhood is alive with new activity," said Mayor Carlos Alvarez.  "Today's ruling ensures that we will continue to move forward in a positive direction, creating opportunities for businesses, residents, and visitors.  Strategic investments all across Miami-Dade County are key to our community's prosperity.  I want to extend my thanks to Miami-Dade County's appeal team led by Assistant County Attorney Lee Kraftchick."

With a capacity of approximately 37,000 seats, the retractable roof, air-conditioned Marlins ballpark will be built on 928,000 square feet on the former Miami Orange Bowl site. The ballpark will celebrate Opening Day in April 2012 and will attract a wide variety of events throughout the entire calendar year.
 

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