"Today, we look to the future as we launch our search for thebest ideas and concepts to maximize the use of the Bader Fieldsite," said Mayor Scott Evans at a press conference. "The currentfinancial crisis is a reality, and the RFP reflects this realityand the likelihood that it will have run its course by the timeBader Field comes on line."

"This redevelopment is a cycle-spanning initiative that requiressubstantial lead time," said city council VP Dennis Mason, who alsochairs the planning and redevelopment committee. "The likelybidders are sophisticated groups that have long-term horizons andunderstand the flow of economic cycles. They will recognize thatthe project is likely to have a four-year arc, and that conditionswill be different by the time the project is complete."

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