Baumann, Robert; Matheson, Victor; Baade, Robert - Department of Economics and Accounting, College of the … - 2006
Professional sports franchises have used the lure of economic riches as an incentive for cities to construct new stadiums and arenas at considerable public expense. An analysis of taxable sales in Florida cities demonstrates that none of the 6 new franchises or 8 new stadiums and arenas in the...