A proposed indoor turf sports facility to be built on Thunder Bay's north side is closer to becoming a reality than ever.

Thunder Bay City Council voted on Monday to award the contract to build the facility to Finnway General Contracting.

The decision has yet to be ratified.

"It was amazing how having that much support from council really resonates," said Michael Veneziale, president of Soccer Northwest. "I think it really sends a strong message that this time we got it right."

The facility would b…