Commercial Construction & Renovation

MAR-APR 2016

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Effciency upgrades drive sports tourism in Mississippi city By Tammy Fulop & Don Lewis E f f c i Lights on in Tupelo F or the City of Tupelo, located in Lee County, Miss., sports tourism is a major economic driver in the region. The city has held numerous state, regional and national championships over the years, and even hosted the Croatian Olympic team training camp prior to the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games. With an extensive array of sporting facilities, including a 10,000-seat football sta- dium and a 43,665-square-foot aquatic center featuring an Olympic-sized pool, Tupelo is a major draw for external entities looking to host tournaments and events. For Tupelo, sports tourism is an essential revenue source, but its facilities were becoming outdated and equipment was aging in these critical community and recreational areas. 103 MARCH : APRIL 2016 — COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATION

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