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Arena Commission Minutes Page 3 April 17,2018 • 8.2 2018- 2019 Ice Rates Arena Manager Czech notes the prime rates were raised last spring,and typically they are done every other year. However, the non-prime rates have not been raised for several cycles, and he proposes an increase of$5/hour. Commissioner Cunningham states it is a struggle to raise rates when the arena has money in the bank and no plan to fix the current issues. Commissioner Ballenger agrees he struggles as well since the group he represents (Youth Hockey) is not happy with the way things are,but adds he feels the relationship between the Arena/Youth Hockey/The City are the best it has ever been. Commissioner Balabon adds when a new facility is built,people will understand that there will be a larger jump in the rates. Commissioner Williams states if the Arena Commission doesn't vote to increase the prime rate because of the condition of the rink it will cause issues. Commissioner Cunningham suggests tabling the issue until the August meeting. Commissioner Westgaard notes that would send a message to Council. Motion made by Commissioner Cunningham and seconded by Commissioner Ballenger to table a vote on 8.2 until the next regular meeting. Motion passes 7-0. 8.3 Shadow Box for Blake Hillman Motion made by Commissioner Ballenger and seconded by Commissioner Balabon to add a shadow box for Blake Hillman. Motion passes 7-0. 8.4 Ballard King Study Motion made by Commissioner Ballenger and seconded by Commissioner Williams to spend up to $7,000 with Ballard King. Motion passes 7-0. 9. Arena Manager's Update • Spring Craft Show is May 5-6 • Midwest Hockey Tournament just happened, during which some kids knocked down Youth Hockey's office door—approximates $530 to repair. Was caught on video and has been reported to ERPD. • More Midwest Tournaments happening in May and in August. He has grown enough now that the tourneys span two weekends. FDIEREI IT NATURE