Bill 05 — Civic Basketball Franchise Exploration and Community Benefit Act | Cascadia
Should British Columbia formally explore a civic-led NBA franchise that is privately capitalized, publicly accountable and required to deliver measurable community benefits? A civic consultation.
Key provisions
- Civic-led NBA franchise exploration: privately capitalized with public-interest governance requirements
- Community benefit requirements: local hiring, youth programs, and affordable ticket access obligations
- No public subsidy for arena construction: any facility must be privately financed
- BC Sports Authority oversight: independent body monitors community benefit compliance
- Feasibility study: economic impact, site assessment, and franchise application process review
- This is a civic consultation — a ‘yes’ vote triggers a formal feasibility study, not an NBA commitment
How to vote
Visit cascadia.vote/bills/05 to read the full bill and cast your vote. Options typically include: Yes — build the plan, No — keep current systems, Revise — needs stronger safeguards, or Pilot first — prove it small.
This is a draft civic proposal for public discussion. It is not enacted legislation.
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