File Under: New Jets Stadium, non-PSL seat deposits, Stadium Specialist
05/08 — We've received some inquiries about the non-PSL seat deposits at the New Jets Stadium. So let's take a couple of minutes to answer some of the most frequently asked questions. And if you need additional information, please feel free to call our folks at the New Jets Stadium sales center (800-469-JETS).
How much is the deposit required for a non-PSL seat?
$500 per seat. The entire upper bowl's 27,000 seats have no PSLs and require a deposit in order to reserve your selected seat location. The deposit will be credited against the balance of your 2010 ticket purchase, due May 1, 2010.
What is the process for selecting non-PSL seats?
Every season ticket holder should have received an email detailing the seat selection process and the deposit policy. Your Stadium Specialist will reach out (you will receive an email about two weeks before you are to receive your call to select) to guide you through your seat selection. We will offer the opportunity to choose seats in order of seniority — the year our records show that you became a season ticket holder. The Jets Box Office records date back to 1977.
When is the deposit due?
In order to secure your specific seat location, a credit card must be provided or a check mailed within 24 hours of selecting your seats for both non-PSL and PSL seats.
Why does the organization need deposits now for the 2010 season?
All seats in the new building require a deposit in order to hold your seat location(s). PSL seats require a deposit of 20 percent of your total PSL cost. Non-PSL upper level seats require a $500 per seat deposit in order to reserve your location. A deposit for seats without a PSL is necessary because the team wants to ensure that people are committed to the seats that they are buying.
What would be the harm if there wasn't a deposit for the non-PSL seats?
Deposits are required throughout the building for both PSL and non-PSL seats to ensure that fans seeking those seats actually complete their purchase. Without a deposit in place, people may commit to more seats than they will ultimately buy and therefore may reduce the available inventory to those with less seniority.
Once I receive a call from my Stadium Specialist, do I have any additional time to make a decision?
Because seat locations are being assigned immediately, they can only be secured with a deposit on a credit card or with a check mailed within 24 hours of your commitment.
Is the deposit refundable if I change my mind?
Yes.
Fans Respond
Here's your chance to tell Randy what you think! Add a Comment | Hide All Show All (17)roger Said:
Fri, May 8, 2009 - 7:17pm ET"I feel a deposit should be required as a protection for both the buyer and the seller. Else you may be taking (and later releasing if you change your mind and have no penalty to pay) a seat that a lower seniority person will not get a chance to acquire. At least the Jets are letting us choose our seats now, not like the Giants who take your money and tell you your seat later with no recourse."
ICGangGreen! Said:
Fri, May 8, 2009 - 8:53pm ET"Everyone wanted a new stadium, now its coming and everyone is complaining? COME ON! This place is going to be beautiful. Atleast we are givien a choice of where we want to sit as oppose to a "take it or leave it" bill! Find where you fit and get your seat! "
Craig Said:
Sat, May 9, 2009 - 9:35am ET"I don't beleive "everyone wanted a new stadium" Ownership wants increased revenues through luxury boxes and restaurants etc.... I would like to see a winner year in and year out. It is shameful that long suffering fans are asked to help finance a buliding in which they see none of the financial gain."
Barry Said:
Sat, May 9, 2009 - 11:56am ET"Why wasn't this $500 policy made clear in your earlier mailing with all the literature on the new stadium and seating policy? It appears the PSL's are not selling well and Woody is now looking for ways to bring in additional income. The season ticket holders should get interest on the money we are now required to loan the Jets."
Jesse Said:
Sat, May 9, 2009 - 12:22pm ET"Here's the thing, though... it's not that the deposit amount is unreasonable. It's that people are being given only 24 hours notice on it. $1000 bucks isn't chump change, and people were given no warning that it would be required immediately. Would it have been so hard to give people 30 days to come up with the money, especially in this economy? This is just completely insensitive to the fans."
Mrjetgreen Said:
Sat, May 9, 2009 - 12:25pm ET"Randy, I would like to purchase one of seats outright, can you forward the property information to my real estate agent at Countrywide? My agent said they could give me a 50 year mortgage with the first 10 years at a negative interest rate that reverts in the 11th year to three times the normal rate. These folks at Countrywide know how to get things done!"
Adam Said:
Sat, May 9, 2009 - 5:31pm ET"I'm disappointed with this. Just laid out $3000 for this year's tickets, and now another $2000? Give us a break at least for a little while! 27,000 upper level seats x $500 deposit each = $13.5 million upfront with interest for a year before it would normally be due. Come on, Woody - appreciate your fans and stop continuously hitting us up for money! If you need $13.5 million, spend your own!"
Row Said:
Sat, May 9, 2009 - 9:21pm ET"Two words, Favre and Sanchez.. Favre's salary=12 mil. Sanchez will have twice that in guaranteed money. I'd rather have two blockbuster WR's, a starting DE, and a RB signed long term (leon washington) Wander how he feels after they signed Greene?"
greg petruska Said:
Sat, May 9, 2009 - 9:30pm ET"I've been a season ticket holder since 1977, when 4 seats for the year was $495.00. I've had up to 6 tickets in my name but now I only can afford 2 seats.I just sent in my $1700. plus $200 for parking, and now you want $1000 in 2 weeks, for the following year!!!! Thats way wrong, for someone who has always been there for you. "
dominicsplace Said:
Sun, May 10, 2009 - 4:26pm ET"This is a disgrace. Surpise surprise it's all about the money. Let's face it no matter how long you have supported this team, how much embarrassment/ heartbreak you have endured or how much money you have paid, this franchise doesn't give a dam about it's fans, only their money. "
Sec 322 John R Said:
Sun, May 10, 2009 - 9:29pm ET"First you keep our playoff ticket money to apply to this year;s tickets, then we pay for 2009 5 months before season starts and now you want $500/seat without any notice in 24 hours. Does J&J run their company this way? When does it end? As a season ticket holder for over 20 years I'm not guarenteed anything but an additional bill. Sure will be nice to see all the empty seats like at the Yankees"
George P Said:
Mon, May 11, 2009 - 2:15pm ET"I've never heard anyone ask for a new stadium in East Rutherford. There has to be accountability for this lunacy. In my opinion, Mr. Johnson is a money-hungry, disgraceful human being for the way he treats his most faithful fans. The Maras are just as awful. Leave to this out-of-touch billionaire to ask us rundown, hard working Jet Fans for a 16 Month interest free loan. Are you kidding?! "
tfrank Said:
Tue, May 12, 2009 - 12:45pm ET"I'm a season ticket holder since 1988, 4 tickets and $42,000 later, I'm done! Add another $8,000 for Tailgating, TOTAL $50,000.With all this ticket baloney and stupid prices, I have 4 words for you Mr.J, "I'm going to DisneyWorld". I will be better-off spending my money elswhere doing other things. Besides, I can always buy a ticket for the game I want to see with no insane financial commitment."
Maryann Said:
Wed, May 13, 2009 - 8:16am ET"After the "success" (lol) of the Club seats, you would think they would wake up! Its a sad day when 20-30-40 year fans have to be squeezed out. Those of us from the Shea days are just shaking our heads in disbelief!!!"
Ted Sec 111 Said:
Wed, May 13, 2009 - 9:32am ET"PSL's. Deposits a year in advance. This is crazy. Mr Johnson wanted a new stadium. Mr Johnson wanted Clubs Seats. Mr Johnson wanted more Suites. Mr Johnson will benefit from these items, so Mr Johnson should foot the bill. Ted, from sec 111, who has had tickets in his family since the early 60's because his uncle PLAYED for the TITANS in 1960 is now priced out of tickets. Disgusting loyalty Woody."
Jay Said:
Thu, May 14, 2009 - 9:34am ET"Have to agree with Jesse. Don't mind the deposit as much as I mind the 24-hour deadline to hand it over. We just paid seats for 2009! There was no warning in the documentation on when the $500 will be due, just mentioned it is required. It shouldn't even be due until the pre-season for this year begins! Johnson, you obviously don't care about the loyal fans who have been here since Shea days. "
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