The decision was made by 87 votes to 4 with 4 abstentions in the cantonal parliament that covers the city. All parliamentary groups were in favor by a majority.
The gross amount is CHF 37.5 million, which includes an expected income of CHF .5 million from the Arena Plus venue, which will be set up in the St Jakob-Park stadium for public viewing. The canton is therefore expecting a net expenditure of CHF35 million.
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