Montgomery leaders weigh potential $375M bond plan for convention center expansion, sports complex

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) — A potential $375 million bond program is being discussed among Montgomery city leaders, a proposal introduced by Mayor Steven Reed that could include a convention center expansion, a new sports complex and an amphitheater.

Reed says the proposal is about the city’s growth and progress, while some councilors point to past developments, like Montgomery Whitewater, as examples that have not lived up to expectations.

Councilmember Ed Grimes raised concerns about the unprecedented amount of money the project would require…

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