Kraft Group's $500M Soccer Stadium Plan Sparks Controversy in Everett

April 8, 2024
Kraft Group's $500M Soccer Stadium Plan Sparks Controversy in Everett
  • The Kraft Group is proposing a $500 million soccer stadium in Everett, MA for the New England Revolution.

  • The proposed site for the 25,000-seat stadium is a 43.11-acre area by the Mystic River, previously occupied by a power plant.

  • Plans include a waterfront park and clean energy initiatives alongside the stadium construction.

  • State legislation is being considered to reclassify the land to enable the stadium's development.

  • Local residents, environmentalists, and advocates for Latino immigrants have expressed opposition to the project.

  • Concerns center around traffic, environmental impact, and inadequate parking and public transit arrangements.

  • Boston officials stress the importance of city involvement in planning to mitigate potential traffic and infrastructure issues.

  • While facing some opposition, the stadium project has garnered support from influential lawmakers and leaders.

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