Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson’s statement on approval of 15 year Agreement for WNBA

DALLAS — Mayor Eric L. Johnson on Wednesday released the following statement regarding the approval of a 15-year use agreement for WNBA Dallas Wings to play in Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Memorial Auditorium:

“Dallas is the place to be right now – for residents, for businesses, and for professional sports teams and their fans,” said Mayor Johnson. “This deal has been a top priority for us because we know the Dallas Wings will soar in the city they represent. We will be thrilled to welcome the Wings to the heart of our city – and we are even more excited to see this franchise anchor our new convention center district that will transform downtown Dallas for decades to come.”