Jackson County Exec Frank White Remains Greatest Elected Critic Of Stadium Subsidy

Think tank chatter and neighborhood leaders are nice . . . But the words of an elected official mean more than locals trying to garner local news coverage.

Accordingly . . .

NOTICE EXEC FRANK WHITE EARNING STANDOUT COVERAGE FOR HIS STADIUM TAX OPPOSITION!!!

Objectively . . . Despite property tax objections, the Exec has garnered a surprising amount of support for his vocal criticism. 

And so . . .

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One of the most vocal detractors was Jackson County executive Frank White, a five-time All-Star whose No. 20 was retired by the Royals

White had said the Royals and Chiefs were not transparent on the community benefits that would ensue, that the teams’ ownership should pay more of the bill and that the tax would have cost too much at $2 billion over 40 years.

“It’s just not an equitable situation,” White exclusively shared. “I can’t just rubber stamp this deal because I played sports. I was elected to be a good steward to the taxpayer dollars, and that’s my goal.”

Donovan said he met with White after the vote and had a good conversation.

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