CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Cleveland City Council on Monday approved committing an estimated $88 million for upgrades to Quicken Loans Arena.
Council's vote approved the ordinance 12-5, meaning that it passed with emergency status. It takes effect immediately.
The deal was the last piece of a package involving the city, Cuyahoga County, Destination Cleveland and the Cavaliers that will finance $140 million in improvements to the arena.
The work would dramatically alter the facility's appearance, creating more space for dining, bars and public gathering. The Cavaliers contend that the work will keep the 22-year-old arena competitive with other cities as they vie for major concert acts and other shows.