Menominee Tribe could propose USD 200 M for new Bucks arena

Some fans who admit they want a new Bucks arena say they’re not comfortable with the possible offer. “There`s enough people, other money coming from everywhere else,” Bucks fan Dan Kerkela said. But some fans say they’d be on board with the plan. “I think it`s a good idea. They can build a casino. I have no reason why not to build it,” Bucks fan John Barbee said.

The Potawatomi operate a casino in Milwaukee and would need to be reimbursed for any lost business. Walker had proposed a state bond of US$ 200 million to help pay for the arena. The money from the Menominee Tribe would eliminate the need for any state or local funding for the arena project.

Former Bucks owner Herb Kohl and the Bucks current owners Wes Edens and Marc Lasry have already pledged more than US$ 200 million to the arena project. A Bucks fan from Chicago says the decision is easy. “I would like to see them take it, but it`s easy for me to say. It`s not my tax money,” Dave Ericksen said.

Milwaukee Bucks officials and Menominee tribal leaders weren’t confirming this plan Monday evening.

The Milwaukee Bucks say they’ll hold a press conference Tuesday, February 10th at 1:30 p.m. at the Cousin’s Center, where they’ll “share an announcement about an exciting new partnership that further strengthens the team’s bonds in southeastern Wisconsin.” A Bucks spokesman tells FOX6 News this will not be a press conference with the Menominee Tribe.