Bengals Facilitate Deal That Helps Hamilton County Buying Important Land Near Paycor Stadium

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CINCINNATI — Hamilton County finalized a deal to buy land near Paycor Stadium in December according to a report from WCPO Channel 9.

The land has been a major discussion point between the Cincinnati Bengals and the county.

The county plans to destroy the concrete plant and add green space on the water near the stadium according to the report.

“Some green there, some trees, a bike lane going along the side of it. So, something that’s more aesthetically pleasing than a concrete facility,” Hamilton County Commission President Denise Driehaus told WCPO.

The Hilltop plant is expected to officially close this year.

The Bengals gave up $30 million in game day payments from the county to help facilitate the deal.

“So essentially the Bengals are paying for that property, and the county, the taxpayers, will own it,” Driehaus said. “It really created a win-win situation.”

It's a good sign to see the Bengals and the county working together. Especially after a report last week outlined a pretty contentious relationship with team ownership and county officials.

The Bengals' lease is up with the county in 2026. They have multiple two-year options in the agreement, but a long-term deal is something both sides have discussed.

Check out WCPO's entire report here.

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