Sladek said his association isn't buying that argument. Unlike franchises that are owned by individuals who paid millions for a team, the Packers do not have a debt load. Packers officials considered different funding options when coming up with a plan. They have said they believe that a sales tax is the best way to pay for the bulk of the project. We've spent months looking at ways to do it.
Naming rights are another sticking point.
The Packers have said that they don't want to sell off the hallowed Lambeau name to the highest bidder because most fans want to keep the moniker. The association isn't so sure. Sladek said he expects that the Packers' efforts for the sales tax will be more difficult, now that the association is campaigning against it. But Harlan said he is optimistic. But we're going to push hard and see.