Mayor Sutcliffe says Lansdowne 2.0 is on budget. But one councillor says that is not true | Ottawa Lookout

During a press conference on Monday, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe said Lansdowne 2.0 would be cheaper than expected. But one city councillor says it is actually more.

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Barrhaven West Coun. David Hill confirmed on social media platform X that he also thinks Lansdowne 2.0 is a “good project” and plans to support it. But he is also planning to challenge staff to make it better.

“Over 4,000,000 people visit Lansdowne now, and the site hosts concerts, comedians and sporting events from around the world, generating over $270 million annually in economic activity,” said Hill. “But there is a ticking time bomb in Lansdowne 1.0 that risks jeopardizing this public asset.”

He said the last city government “didn’t go far enough” and “took a half measure” when new north-side stands and an arena were not part of the last major Lansdowne project.

“If we do nothing, annual costs to the City could increase to $8 million a year as the city loses event opportunities due to inadequate facilities,” added Hill. “Lansdowne 2.0 is projected to add $590 million in local economic activity over the next decade. A city of over a million people deserves a modern entertainment hub, and young professionals looking to grow their roots want these options.”

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