Ballpark Digest
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There are still unresolved issues surrounding the financing and operations of Palisades Credit Union Park, but ownership of the ballpark’s tenant, the Rockland Boulders (independent; Can-Am League), says they’re in Ramapo, NY for the long haul. (more…)
An FBI raid on Ramapo City Hall Wednesday led to seized hard drives and documents relating to alleged corruption in the city, including the building and financing of Provident Bank Park. From Newsday: FBI spokesman Jim Margolin confirmed the raid, but would not answer questions. A law enforcement source with knowledge of the investigation said […]
Provident Bank Park, the home of the Rockland Boulders (independent; Can-Am League), fell short of financial projections by more than $300,000, generating $734,100 in revenue in 2011 instead of an expected $1.1 million. The gap is important: taxpayers are on the hook for any gaps between actual revenues and projected revenues. The ballpark generated $421,600 […]