Where will the new arena be located?
The new site is at the intersection of Loop 101 and Glendale Avenue in Glendale. The arena will be conveniently reached from any location in the Valley.
What will the development feature other than the arena?
The mixed-use project will feature up to 6.5 million square feet of development, including restaurants, Class-A Office Buildings, entertainment and recreational uses, hotels and residential living.
Why is this building better than America West Arena for hockey?
America West Arena was built as a basketball facility and, as a result, has almost 4,000 limited view seats for hockey games. All seats in the new arena will be ideal for viewing a hockey game and all other events.
How does the new scoreboard compare to the one at America West Arena?
Our new building will have a state-of-the-art all-digital, center-hung scoreboard. It will incorporate the very latest in technology including an 8-sided scoring display and four, 9'x16' video displays. This will be used to showcase more animation and videos as well as generate excitement while the game is not in play.
What events will take place there?
Our new building, in addition to being home to the Coyotes, will host everything from concerts and family shows to signature sporting events like figure skating, basketball tournaments and All-Star games.
What are some of the differences in the seating bowls of the two buildings?
In addition to much better views of the ice, the sections and rows will be numbered differently, so your assigned seat location may be labeled differently, even though it has a similar perspective of the ice surface. See the accompanying diagram to familiarize yourself with the section numbering.
Will the new arena meet all the standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act?
Definitely. Our new arena is designed to exceed all standards and ensure this venue will be enjoyable for all patrons to view hockey as well as other events.
How is the cost of building this arena being funded?
The city of Glendale will fund up to $180 million for the construction of the multi-purpose arena. The $180 million will consist of up to $30 million in general obligation bond funding, and up to $150 million in excise tax funding, which will be repaid through revenue generated directly from the project.
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