Still No Information on Source of Funds for Cubs Spring Training Project

While the State of Arizona Legislature has concluded its 2010 session without taking any action on raising funds for a proposed new Chicago Cubs spring training facility, the City of Mesa insists the project is still alive and that it would be “insanity” not continue to pursue the development as outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the baseball team and the city. Interestingly, Mesa has never said how it intends to come up with any portion of the money necessary for this venture. Since the months are passing by, it would seem prudent to advise the community about whatever plans may be under consideration. Perhaps Plan B has always been to proceed without the assistance of the state or any private source and to place the entire burden of funding upon Mesa taxpayers.