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Arena Manager Czech notes that the Elk River Figure Skating Club is also <br /> interested in renovations and would fundraise to help out. <br /> Westgaard says research needs to be done on payback vs the cost of <br /> maintaining the building as is. <br /> Arena Manager Czech notes that while needs vs wants is important, he <br /> expresses concern that corners may be cut if we are prioritizing. <br /> Councilmember Westgaard suggests soliciting referrals from other arenas <br /> for architectural sevices. He notes that even if the project doesn't go through <br /> as soon as hoped,that the schematics can be used in the future. <br /> Arena Manager Czech commits to getting 3-6 architects information who have <br /> worked on major current arena projects. <br /> Commissioner Malzahn states that a decision of this magnitude warrants a <br /> special meeting, and that Elk River Youth Hockey, the school district, and Elk <br /> River Figure Skating Club should be invited. <br /> Chair Martin suggests that the renovation should be the main focus of the <br /> January meeting. <br /> Councilmember Westgaard notes that donations to 501 3cs can have tax <br /> benefits for the givers, and that a referendum is a last resort. Hopefully <br /> corporate sponsorship could play a part in it or the city could finance the <br /> project itself. <br /> Arena Manager Czech asks if he should move forward with soliciting <br /> proposals and if he should inform the interested parties about being at the <br /> January meeting. <br /> MOTION BY MICE CHAIR JOHNSON FOR ARE NA STAFF TO <br /> SOLICIT 3-6 ARCHITECTS FOR THE EXPANSION PROJECT. <br /> SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MALZAHN. MOTION PASSES 4- <br /> 0. <br /> Arena Manager Czech notes that it might be more official if the invite to the <br /> major uses for the January meeting comes from Chair Martin. <br /> Chair Martin agrees to draft the letter, but asks Arena Manager Czech to come <br /> up with a list of major items for the renovation. <br />