For more than six decades, Kansas City and the Chiefs have belonged together. But they are obviously not inseparable.

The Chiefs have long been the figurehead of Kansas City and have made the city famous worldwide. With three Super Bowl victories in four years, the franchise is enjoying the most successful period in its history and is rooted in the largest city in the state of Missouri.

After 61 years together, however, they could soon part ways. Chiefs president Mark Donovan certainly doesn’t want to rule out a move.

In an interview with local radio station “KSHB41”, he said: “We as Chiefs will have to consider all options.” And when asked if that included leaving Kansas City: “I think that includes leaving Kansas City.”

Donovan added that the Chiefs’ goal was to stay in the city. But the headlines were still produced.

Chiefs about to leave Kansas City? It’s about a sales tax

He had to comment on the future of the franchise in connection with a vote that will have direct consequences for the future financing of the Chiefs’ and Kansas City Royals’ stadiums from the MLB. This will take place on April 2. The issue at stake is whether the 3/8-cent sales tax, which is still valid until 2031, will be extended.

According to the broadcaster, this would amount to around two billion US dollars over the next 40 years. Jackson County voters will vote on whether to keep it in place until 2064.

While the Royals want to build a new stadium and are planning to do so with this money, the Chiefs are looking at extensive renovations for GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, for which public money will also be used. Just a few weeks ago, the current Super Bowl champions specified their plans

Chiefs plan to renovate the stadium – also with public money

The work will not begin until 2027 and is expected to be completed by 2030 or 2031 – when the Chiefs’ current lease expires. According to CEO Clark Hunt, the owner family will contribute $300 million of the estimated $800 million, as well as any additional costs above that cap.

A new grass pitch for community events is to be built in front of the arena, an additional access tunnel will be created inside, as well as a connecting bridge to the upper areas, which will also offer sales outlets and sanitary facilities.

The two video screens are to be significantly enlarged. New VIP entrances are also planned and extended parking facilities are to be created.

Hunt also made it clear: “The spirit of the Arrowhead will remain the same.” However, it remains questionable how long the Chiefs will continue to benefit from this. After all, it is considered the loudest stadium in the world thanks to the fans.

Without the financial support of the public sector, the Chiefs at least do not want to make a long-term commitment, according to Hunt. They will therefore be looking all the more closely at the result of the vote in a few weeks’ time