current operator of NBT Bank Stadium. Previously, the stadium was known as P&C Stadium, derived from P&C Foods, the regional brand of supermarkets run by then Syracuse-based Penn Traffic Corporation (1997–2005); and Alliance Bank Stadium (2005–2013). In 2013, Alliance Bank merged with NBT Bank, which agreed to carry on the naming rights agreement. Video screen The stadium's HD digital video screen, installed in 2012, was purchased by the Chiefs with a bank loan of $950,000, with Community Baseball Club investments as collateral; and with a County contribution of $200,000. The loan was due January 31, 2014. Renovations In August 2018, the New York Mets and Onondaga County discussed a renovation which could reduce seating capacity by a third while adding a greater array of amenities, with an eye toward extending the team's commitment to NBT Bank Stadium beyond the 2025 season. At the same time, some local officials raised the possibility of constructing a new downtown ballpark. On July 2, 2019, a $25 million renovation was approved by Onondaga County lawmakers. A 25-year lease with the Mets was also approved. A sign to the left of the main entrance to the stadium state that renovations would begin in Fall 2019. The renovations were ready for the 2021 season. This includes new seating and also includes exterior painting to match the Mets' color scheme of orange and blue. This new seating includes molded armrests and cupholders. Some seats will be angled to improve the view. However, there will be around 2,000 fewer seats than before, including that some of the seats will be replaced by cafe style-seating. Also, all eight light towers will have new LED lighting. Other improvements include a new bar area atop the left field fence, a renovated Hank Sauer Room (now Metropolitan Club) and an expansion and build-out of the main gate area. Total seating capacity was decreased from 11,071 to 10,815. Gallery References External links Official Site Alliance Bank Stadium on Ballpark Digest Alliance Bank Stadium Views - Ball Parks of the Minor Leagues Photographs of Alliance Bank Stadium - Rochester Area Ballparks BallparkReviews.com Photos and Review (2010) Baseball venues in Syracuse, New York Syracuse Mets Multi-purpose stadiums in the United States Sports venues completed in 1997 1997 establishments in New York (state) Soccer venues in New York (state) Populous (company) buildings International League ballparks