Boise Hawks to Meridian?

The Boise Hawks could be considering moving their stadium to Meridian according to the Statesman.

I’ve been to some Hawks games, and love it when I get a chance to go. I went four times in 2008, but didn’t ge to go last year due to money being tight. I think Memorial Stadium does need to be improved because the parking is not in great shape, and the seating isn’t all that hot.

I think 30th Street in Boise would be a great location for a ballpark. I don’t think Meridian is all that great a choice. Driving into Meridian tends to be the most nerve-racking experience because the city doesn’t seem well-laid out and has really outgrown its infrastructure. Putting another 1,000 or so cars on Meridian roads right before and after the Hawks game seems a good way to make a challenging problem even worse.

But should taxpayers anywhere shell out money for the new ballpark? No.  A baseball stadium should be funded through private dollars or not at all. Wherever the Hawks end up playing, I’ll be happy to pay to get in if I want to see a game. But those who aren’t going to go shouldn’t have to pay.