Members of the Historic Triangle Recreational Facilities Authority approved a $36.1 million budget for fiscal year 2026. The budget is for the Greater Williamsburg Sports and Event Center. The approval occurred unanimously on Wednesday at the Stryker Center. The budget includes $30.5 million for remaining construction and $1.8 million for operating costs. The regional sports center is a joint effort by Williamsburg, James City County, York County, Colonial Williamsburg, and Visit Williamsburg. Local governments will contribute operating funds. Total operating expenditures for FY2026 are estimated at $1.8 million, anticipating $1.2 million in operating income. The authority is hiring an executive director and sales staff; Ben Hardouin is the general manager. KemperSports manages the facility on the Colonial Williamsburg campus. Construction began last year, with an expected opening in summer 2026. The facility has already booked events for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
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