The Mariners’ lease at Harbor Park runs out in 2028. The team wants a retractable roof; the city wants the team to pay for it. The two sides have met six times since March.
Rain postponed 11 home games over the past three seasons, costing the team an estimated $9 million in ticket and concession revenue, according to figures the team shared with the council.
The city’s position is that a roof is a private benefit. “The public paid for the ballpark,” council member Ana Reyes said. “A roof is an upgrade, and upgrades are on the tenant.”
