CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - There will be an official signing ceremony in Cleveland Wednesday afternoon to designate the city as the host of the 2030 Special Olympics USA Games.

Local and national leaders will be on hand for the event.

According to a news release, ‘this formal agreement marks the beginning of preparations to bring the national Games to Cleveland, celebrating the abilities and achievements of athletes from across the country."

Representatives will also give details on what this means to the region and the next steps in the planning process.

Cleveland competed against several cities, including, Nashville, to get the bid.

Greater Cleveland Sports Commission CEO David Gilbert previously told 19 News the Special Olympics would pump $70 million directly into the community.

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