Huntington City Council member Mark Bates said he received a number of calls in the past two weeks, some from local business owners, who support using bond money for new ice-making equipment at Big Sandy Superstore Arena.On the other hand...
"Ice hockey really did not succeed previously. Why would we want to spend $300,000 on something that did not succeed before? That might be throwing good money after bad," City Council member Steve Williams said.
The Blizzard, by my count, are the longest-lasting pro sports venture to play in Huntington. Perhaps someone should remind Mr. Williams of this. But hey, some of City Council are listening.
In the meantime, I've set a date/time/place to get together and sort out our options/plans/ideas/etc. on getting organized hockey back in town: December 13, 1pm at the Cabell County Library. Yes, it's a Monday, but hopefully A--you guys have enough time to schedule off work, and/or B--you can schedule your lunch break around it. I'll bring food! :^D
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