Now that Major League Baseball is finally tired of losing money on the Montreal Expos, it's looking like they're going to sell the team and move it somewhere else. Where?
Maybe right here.
Not being a big baseball fan, I'm having a hard time figuring out how this helps me in particular or Loudoun County in general. Sports arenas are renowned for not providing the economic benefits that are promised before they're built. At least this one is planned to be built without any taxpayer funds, but I'll believe that when I see it.
My biggest concern? Traffic. This site is at the intersection of the Dulles Access Road and Rt. 28. You know, Rt. 28? The road with the most intersections with the most traffic accidents in Loudoun County? The road that looks like a long, thin parking lot during rush hours?
Thankfully, grade-separated interchanges are currently being built, but I'm wondering if this stadium would eliminate the relief of traffic congestion they will provide.
For now, I'm cautiously optimistic. Bruce Tulloch, my representative on the county Board of Supervisors as well as its Vice Chairman, is in favor of the stadium. I'll have to talk to him about my concerns and listen to why he thinks this will be a good deal for us. I'm always open-minded.
