The NFL has wanted the the team to build a new stadium for years now and after the ole’ Metrodome’s roof caved in, it seems necessary for the Vikings to build a new one to stay in Minnesota.  The Vikings have been negotiating with the state to build a new stadium in the suburb of Arden Hills.  The proposed stadium will seat a crowd of 73,000 and may have a retractable roof.  The overall cost of New Vikings Stadium is totalled to be a little more than a billion dollars ($884 million for the stadium and $173 million for infrastructure, parking, and others costs).  The Vikings have pledged to commit $407 million.  The county will give $350 million to the new stadium by raising taxes by a half cent.  The state will give $300 million and they have promised not to give a penny more.
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