Support DC United's Stadium at Poplar Point
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The Honorable Adrian M. Fenty
Mayor of the District of Columbia
John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Dear Mayor Fenty:
As a supporter of soccer in the United States from outside the DC Metro area, I am writing to register my firm support for the development plans at Poplar Point that have been proposed by the D.C. United ownership group, which would include a soccer stadium.
First and perhaps foremost, D.C. United's plan brings badly needed revitalization and focus to the Ward 8 area. Through an integrated plan that combines commercial, residential, retail, and entertainment venues, D.C. United's vision for Poplar Point would not only create needed jobs in a part of the city which is currently horribly underutilized, but would also provide badly needed focus in an historic and vital part of this great city. Increased revenue, not just from District residents but from D.C. United fans in Maryland and Virginia, would not only boost the city's tax base, but also boost the quality of life of Poplar Point's neighbors. D.C. United has demonstrated its strong commitment to the District and its residents through outreach like Kicks for Kids and soccer programs in the District supported by its non-profit philanthropic arm United for D.C., Inc. As you know, Ward 8 Councilman Marion Barry has been a vocal and strong supporter of the D.C. United plan. His leadership on this issue embodies the support from residents of Ward 8.
Second, D.C. United's project would cement a relationship with an important group of influential, experienced, and successful urban developers which includes Mr. Chang and Mr. McFarland. These are individuals who not only can help the District in the short term through their plan for Poplar Point, but in the long term with the prospect of other projects in the District. Moreover, the D.C. United group is willing to pay for the projecta concept almost unheard of in the recent history of stadium building nationwide.
The District has a unique opportunity to partner with a nationally renowned developer to revitalize an historically under-served neighborhood (one that has been, for the most part, left out of the District's recent redevelopment boom), and to do so while providing, in a fiscally responsible fashion, a new home for one of the city's most successful sports franchises. The lesson of the $611 million giveaway to Major League Baseball is not to ever build another stadium again; rather, it is that the right combination of large-scale private investment with responsible government incentives can result in a win-win situation for the neighborhood, for the District at large, and for the private investors. Please do not allow this historic opportunity to pass the District by.
Mayor of the District of Columbia
John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Dear Mayor Fenty:
As a supporter of soccer in the United States from outside the DC Metro area, I am writing to register my firm support for the development plans at Poplar Point that have been proposed by the D.C. United ownership group, which would include a soccer stadium.
First and perhaps foremost, D.C. United's plan brings badly needed revitalization and focus to the Ward 8 area. Through an integrated plan that combines commercial, residential, retail, and entertainment venues, D.C. United's vision for Poplar Point would not only create needed jobs in a part of the city which is currently horribly underutilized, but would also provide badly needed focus in an historic and vital part of this great city. Increased revenue, not just from District residents but from D.C. United fans in Maryland and Virginia, would not only boost the city's tax base, but also boost the quality of life of Poplar Point's neighbors. D.C. United has demonstrated its strong commitment to the District and its residents through outreach like Kicks for Kids and soccer programs in the District supported by its non-profit philanthropic arm United for D.C., Inc. As you know, Ward 8 Councilman Marion Barry has been a vocal and strong supporter of the D.C. United plan. His leadership on this issue embodies the support from residents of Ward 8.
Second, D.C. United's project would cement a relationship with an important group of influential, experienced, and successful urban developers which includes Mr. Chang and Mr. McFarland. These are individuals who not only can help the District in the short term through their plan for Poplar Point, but in the long term with the prospect of other projects in the District. Moreover, the D.C. United group is willing to pay for the projecta concept almost unheard of in the recent history of stadium building nationwide.
The District has a unique opportunity to partner with a nationally renowned developer to revitalize an historically under-served neighborhood (one that has been, for the most part, left out of the District's recent redevelopment boom), and to do so while providing, in a fiscally responsible fashion, a new home for one of the city's most successful sports franchises. The lesson of the $611 million giveaway to Major League Baseball is not to ever build another stadium again; rather, it is that the right combination of large-scale private investment with responsible government incentives can result in a win-win situation for the neighborhood, for the District at large, and for the private investors. Please do not allow this historic opportunity to pass the District by.
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Riel Smith-Harrison
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- Richmond, VA
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Matthew Reider
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- As a resident of Northern VA, the only reason I go downtown at all is to the Smithsonian and to see DC United. A new stadium, with nearby bars and restaurants, will be the only reason I spend money in the city.
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- Reston, VA
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Alec Woodard
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- Give me even more incentive to make the 16hour roundtrip drive!
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- Asheville, NC
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Brian Sykes
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- Savannah, GA
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Ryan Harbaugh
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- Hampton Cove, AL
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Kirk VanGilder
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- As a former resident of the DC area and a potential future resident of the District, having a soccer specific stadium at an easily accessible spot as Poplar Point would greatly influence my decision to live within the District or not. As it is, the money spent on travel, accommodations, food and other expenses when visiting a DC United game are all of benefit to the District. Squeezing the team outside of the District only hurts those in the community who elected you to serve as Mayor by contributing to the bleed of business to the suburbs.
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- Boston, MA
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Max J. Rosenthal
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- I recently came back to DC on leave and spent a very expensive four days in the city; the ONLY reason I took the time to spend money in the District was for a chance to see United play. It's not the first time I've done this since leaving DC, and it certainly won't be the last. And as for my post-service days, I can say that if United remains in DC, I will be moving back...if not, it's very much up in the air. Don't squander the money you get from people like me. Do right by your own interests and do right by the team.
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- Monterey, CA
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Thomas H McNutt
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- Winston-Salem, NC
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Walt Shank
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- I am a D.C. United supporter. No other MLS franchise deserves a new stadium more than D.C. United. If they don't get one I will be forced to travel north to Philadelphia!
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- Rising Sun, MD
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Brian Swedenberg
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- В
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- Chapel Hill, NC
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Samuel Hardeman
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- Houston, Tx
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Jason Baker
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- I try to go to at least one game a year, and the premier team in MLS deserves a premier home in the District. What a great asset this would be to the city, team, and its fans.
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- Hermitage, PA
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Wes Moss
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- I'm actually an RSL supporter but my brother who lives in DC wants it to be at Poplar Point. Best of luck to all DC supporters
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- Provo, UT
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Peter van Rossum
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- I live in southern PA and come to watch DC a number of times each season. I would come even more if they had their own stadium with even better atmosphere.
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- Harrisburg, PA
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Rudy Parra
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- Los Angeles
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Ted Meyer
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- Harrisonburg, VA
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Betty Lisec
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- Orlando, FL
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Rowena E. Laxa
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- As a former resident of the DC metropolitan area and a DC United season ticket holder since 1997, I sincerely hope that you realize the importance of keeping DC United in the District and will do what you can to make this happen.
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- Chandler, AZ
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Bill L. Smith
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- I travel to DC, as many people do, for business. I conduct some business there that could be done elsewhere, opting to plan around MLS soccer. A viable DC United stadium would attract me personally more often as US games get scheduled there as well. I am all for Poplar Point.
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- Pullman, WA
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Jose Roman
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- Santa Monica, CA
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abe j reyna
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- salt lake city
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To' Azeredo
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- Seattle, Washington
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Ed
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- Birmingham, AL
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Mark Robinson
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- Salt Lake City
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James Gutierrez
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- Layton, Utah
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James E Robinson
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- Sandy, Utah
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Chris Nicoll
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- Salt Lake City, Utah
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Stephen Swanger
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- I travel down all the time to support DCU!
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- Philadelphia
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James N. Taylor
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- I have wanted to visit the DC area again for sometime; I can't imagine a better excuse to come and visit again than the opportunity to see D.C. United play my home team in a new soccer specific stadium. Please lend your support to the stadium plan at Poplar Point.
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- Salt Lake City, UT
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Travis Robinson
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- A soccer specific stadium will do a lot to build up and revitalize the area.
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- Salt Lake City, UT
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Oscar Savaryn
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- The benefits of bringing DC United into the 8th ward are huge and greatly outway the costs.
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- Greenbelt, MD
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Paul Bernhardt
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- Soccer brings persons of different cultures together, let it thrive!
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- Frostburg, MD
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Cliff Frazier
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- West Jordan, UT
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Chris Hilton
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- Pflugerville, TX
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Kevan Keough
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- Utah
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Nick Mullikin
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- Salt Lake City, UT
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Pete Wangsgard
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- the stadium will bring me back to DC for sure
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- Sandy, UT
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Ethan Gomberg
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- Florida
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Nathan Clarke
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- Ogden, Utah
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Ben Iverson
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- New York, NY
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scott holman
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- salt lake city ut
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Jared Franz
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- St. Louis
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James Boz
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- Solidify the beautiful game in your beautiful city.
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- Utah
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Charles Barnard
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- Salt Lake City, UT
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Jeremy Horton
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- Sandy, Utah
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Jordan Close
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- Murray, Utah
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Tim Anglin
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- Salt Lake City, UT and Durham, NC
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Craig Jackson
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- Murray, UT
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Brian Kramer
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- Salt Lake City, UT
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Tom Allen
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- SLC, UT
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