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Lawsuit stalls work on planned sports complex

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November 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

DYERSVILLE, Iowa (AP) — A court challenge has largely stalled the proposed development at the “Field of Dreams” movie site. In September 2012, a group of nearby property owners filed a lawsuit against Dyersville, claiming the City Council didn’t consider the impact commercial development would have on the surrounding area by rezoning the property from agricultural use.

Both sides are expected to appear in court next year for the case. Dyersville Mayor Alvin Haas says all local officials can do now is wait. Tentative construction deadlines have passed for the All-Star Ballpark Heaven project, a proposed $74 million baseball and softball complex for traveling youth tournament teams.