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    Chamber Releases Report on Retaining Blue Jackets

    Back in May there was a bit of a hullabaloo about how the Columbus Blue Jackets could solve their economic issues, which included the idea of having Franklin County purchase Nationwide Arena.

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    Today, the Columbus Chamber of Commerce released a report that provides their analysis on the situation with the Blue Jackets, and provides nearly 20 different options on how the team can be retained and economic development of the Arena District increased.

    “It is important that our community retain this team,” said Dave Blom, President, Ohio Health and Chair, Columbus Chamber Board of Directors. “The Columbus Blue Jackets impact our regional economy, support thousands of jobs, and bring millions of dollars in tax revenue that contribute to our quality of life.”

    While no plans are set in stone, the report provides options that include the continuation of the existing ownership, the implementation of public-private partnerships, as well as alternative private ownership agreements.

    The report also revealed the total economic impact of the hockey team being worth over $630 million in economic growth for the region, and contributing to the employment of over 5,500 workers with annual wages of over $350 million.

    To read the full details of the report, check out the links (PDF) below:

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