HUTCHINSON, Kan. (AP) — Supporters of a $29 million renovation plan for the Hutchinson Sports Arena scored an easy win in Tuesday’s election.

Unofficial returns show nearly 75 percent of the voters approved a 0.35 increase to local sales tax to update and add more space to the arena, which was built in 1953. The tax will take effect in July and remain in place for about 10 years. Hutchinson Community College has pledged $4.5 million for the project.

The Hutchinson News reports the planned improvements include replacing the plumbing, electrical and heating systems, and new home men’s and women’s locker rooms. Other plans include a new main entrance, lobby and ticketing area, more restrooms, two full-sized practice gyms, a new weight room and more storage.