An official groundbreaking ceremony with shiny hard hats and mallets marked the start of a $280-million private sector renovation of the 39-year-old Hamilton venue.
A decision to reject 67 affordable units, at the expense of a portion of a public parking area, will stand after council opted not to put the matter on the floor for debate.
Former Tiger-Cats linebacker Simoni Lawrence is being recognized in Hamilton on Wednesday with several events in the city where he has spent the last decade of his career.