New CSU arena in play by year’s end

By the end of this year, Cleveland State University officials said they hope
to choose a developer and proposal for a proposed new 5,000-seat arena
on Payne Avenue overlooking Interstate 90 on the east side of down-
town Cleveland (Sasaki). CLICK IMAGES TO ENLARGE THEM

Before the end of this year, Cleveland State University (CSU) officials and their project consultants said they hope to select a development team, financing plan and a proposal for a new multi-purpose, indoor arena on Payne Avenue just east of downtown Cleveland. The arena would serve the athletic and academic needs of CSU as well as the entertainment needs of Greater Cleveland. And depending on the responses from prospective teams, the winning proposal could also include details about developing a neighboring mixed-use district.

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