Boston to spend $135 million in taxpayer dollars for White Stadium overhaul, Wu says

""We are going to have the best student athletics facility in the country here in Boston, and that is going to be something that will transform our city for generations," Wu said at a press conference Friday."

"Boston Legacy FC announced Friday that it will spend $190 million on its share of the renovation project. The team is expected to pay more than $252 million in community benefits over the next 15 years, the largest community benefits agreement in the city's history, according to officials."

"The new stadium will have a professional-grade grass field and a collegiate-level eight-lane track. BPS students will also get access to dedicated strength and conditioning facilities, a sports medicine center, and flexible indoor study spaces."

Boston will allocate $135 million in taxpayer funds to renovate White Stadium in Franklin Park. Boston Legacy FC, a new professional women's soccer team, will contribute $190 million and commit more than $252 million in community benefits over 15 years. The city previously estimated $91 million in late 2024. The renovated venue will include a professional-grade grass field, a collegiate-level eight-lane track, strength and conditioning facilities, a sports medicine center, and flexible indoor study spaces for Boston Public Schools student-athletes. The stadium will host BPS athletics daily and face organized opposition from local environmental and community groups.

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