text: Does the math work? A $2 billion public subsidy raises the question of why pay it. The answer rests with the economic benefit of having an NFL franchise.  The franchise draws fans and promotes the city through sports media. It’s nice to have for NFL fans but San Diego’s loss will be a gain in LA.
  Funding the subsidy through a hotel tax has merit. Vacancy rates will decrease for accommodation around the stadium. Bars and restaurants will also feel the hit. Liquor taxes and sales taxes from these businesses will decrease. It would be interesting to read a report that tries to estimate the economic benefit of the annual tax revenue for each of the Leafs, Raptors, and Jays. The $2 billion price tag in SD was for a stadium that would have been for civic show piece lasting a number of years. If the math works then there should be taxpayer support.