LakePoint Plans Gain City Approval

The city of Emerson has approved developers' plans for the first phase of construction on LakePoint Sporting Community & Town Center, reports. One of numerous variances city leaders also approved will allow work, which could start as early as March 1, to continue 24/7, according to the newspaper.

Called "," the 1,380-acre mixed development is set to include a 262-acre sports complex that will play host to baseball, lacrosse and soccer tournaments and be surrounded by commercial development including restaurants, retail outlets, entertainment options and hotels.

While Bartow County has , the development is expected to bring thousands of jobs;.

With an estimated 3 million visitors a year, by bringing jobs, business and tax revenue.