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Anaheim approves Disneyland expansion plan, paving way for decades of new experiences

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Disney’s proposal for growing its theme parks in Anaheim received approval from the Anaheim City Council early Wednesday, a consequential vote that will shape the resort and city for decades and is expected to bring in millions more visitors a year.

The development agreement the city is agreeing to maps out where new theme park construction could occur over the next 40 years, giving Disney flexibility to determine what exactly would be built – though all still within the footprint of its current properties. The goal, Disney officials say, is to use underutilized land around the resort to build immersive experiences in Anaheim as the company has done elsewhere around the world.

“We are ready to bring the next level of immersive entertainment here to Anaheim,” Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock said at the meeting, describing a mixing of rides and attractions with hotels, dining and more not seen yet at the Anaheim parks. Disney promises at least $1.9 billion in investments in the first 10 years.

The council unanimously approved the project at the end of an eight-hour-long meeting – the first of two needed votes. It will vote again on May 7 to fully approve the DisneylandForward plan.

City staff believe that DisneylandForward will help the city’s general fund and continue its mission to grow and expand as a nationally recognized tourist destination. Anaheim Finance Director Debbie Moreno said the resort district generates about 31% of the city’s general fund.

“This project will bring a benefit to the community, not just in the near future, but for decades to come,” Mayor Ashleigh Aitken said.

The council heard presentations from Disney and listened to arguments for and against the project from dozens of people. There was much opposition over the sale of Magic Way to the company, which locals said they use to get to the 5 Freeway.

The council’s final vote would sell Magic Way and sections of two other roads to the company for $40 million.



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