Jeffrey Loria took out a full page ad in several South Florida newspapers today in an attempt to win the hearts and minds of the six people who haven't quite made up their minds on his wretched franchise. He talks about a lot of things: the unsustainable roster full of major league talent, the World Series Miami won a decade ago and the importance of Pudge Rodgriguez. He's most upset about all the hits his stadium and its financing have taken however.
It ain't true, folks. Those who have attacked us are entitled to their own opinions, but not their own facts. The majority of public funding came from hotel taxes, the burden of which is incurred by tourists who are visiting our city, NOT the resident taxpayers. The Marlins organization also agreed to contribute $161.2 million toward the ballpark, plus the cost of the garage complex.
The stadium is an award winner. According to Loria, it's won over 20 in various categories, a most impressive feat.
- Engineering News Report
National Sports & Entertainment
December, 2012
Marlins Park - Engineering News Report
Southeast Sports & Entertainment
November, 2012
- ABC-FEC Excellence in Construction
Mega-Projects (More than $200 million)
October, 2012 - ABC-FEC Excellence in Construction
Other Specialty Construction
October, 2012 - ABC-FEC Excellence in Construction
Interiors, Acoustical, Drywall, Millwork, or Plaster
October, 2012 - ABC-FEC Excellence in Construction
Mechanical - More than $20 million
October, 2012
- Construction Association of South Florida
Ornamental Metal
November, 2012 - Construction Association of South Florida
Ceramic Tile
November, 2012 - Construction Association of South Florida
Stucco
November, 2012 - Construction Association of South Florida
Glass & Glazing
November, 2012
- Florida Institute of Consulting Engineers
Structural Systems
November, 2012 - Planet Professional Landcare Network
2012 Environmental Improvement Awards Program - Florida Parking Association
Parking Structure: New Design
December, 2012
First Retractable Roof Sports Facility to Receive LEED-Gold Certification
- U.S. Green Building Council
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
May, 2012
Congratulations are in order.
Jeffrey Loria's "Letter to our Fans" [Miami Herald]