Mauldin City Council Approves First Reading of Extended Soccer Lease
The Mauldin City Council has unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance to extend a lease with Greenville Pro Soccer, the owners of the Greenville Triumph and Greenville Liberty soccer teams, from 15 to 30 years. The teams play…
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The Mauldin City Council has taken a significant step toward a long-term agreement with Greenville Pro Soccer, the entity behind the Greenville Triumph and Greenville Liberty professional soccer teams. During a recent session, the council unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance that would extend the current lease agreement with the soccer organization. This proposed extension would more than double the lease duration, shifting it from the existing 15 years to a 30-year term.
The professional soccer teams currently utilize facilities located at BridgeWay Station in Mauldin for their operations and games. The extension, if fully approved, would solidify the presence of these teams in Mauldin for a considerably longer period, potentially impacting local sports and community engagement.
Following the unanimous approval of the first reading, the ordinance is now set to proceed to its second and final reading. This crucial step in the legislative process is scheduled to take place on September 8. It is at this subsequent meeting that the City Council will have the opportunity to vote on the measure definitively. The outcome of the second reading will determine whether the lease is officially extended to 30 years.
Details regarding the specific terms of the lease beyond its duration, such as rental fees, operational responsibilities, or any potential capital improvements, were not immediately available in the initial reports. The focus of the council’s recent action was on the length of the commitment between the city and Greenville Pro Soccer.
The approval of the first reading indicates a shared interest from both the city and Greenville Pro Soccer in establishing a long-term relationship. The upcoming second reading will be a key event for stakeholders, including team supporters and local residents, to observe as the city council makes its final decision on the proposed lease extension.
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