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Berkeley County Sports & Event Center
The Vision
The Berkeley County Sports Complex will provide athletes with the very best in sports training, instruction and competition in order to help get them to the next level of their chosen sport.
The facility will be recognized as an elite tournament quality sports, fitness and recreation venue, serving athletes, coaches and fitness enthusiasts of all ages and abilities.
The facility will not only accommodate local demand across Berkeley County but generate significant direct spending and non-local visitation to the marketplace annually.
The Impact
Economic Impact
The Berkeley County Sports Complex will provide a world class sports tourism asset that will not only accommodate local user demand across multiple sports, but also be a driver of direct spending, both regional and national visitation to the marketplace.
Economic Development
As a year-round economic driver tied to tourism, retail, entertainment and wellness, the facility will play a significant role in generating not only direct economic impact on an annual basis, but becoming a catalyst for incremental retail, hotel and commercial development in the greater regional marketplace as well.
Development Authority of Berkeley County - Fast Facts
What Is an Economic Opportunity Development District (EODD)?
Fast Facts — West Virginia
What is an EODD?
A special taxing district that funds major development projects without using local taxpayer dollars.
Does an EODD Raise Taxes?
No! EODDs Do NOT Raise Taxes on Residents. Paid ONLY from incremental sales taxes of visitors & businesses located in the district.
How Does it Work?
- Revenue Bonds
- Pay-As-You-Go Funds
Why Use an EODD?
- Build Roads & Public Facilities
- Boost Local Economy
- Attract New Businesses
- Keep Risk Off Taxpayers
Growth Pays for Growth
EODDs Build Projects WITHOUT Raising Your Taxes.
For more information, visit: www.DevelopmentAuthority.com
