Nenshi's response was perfect. Bettman wasn't getting any special treatment and why should he. He wasn't going to waste time with a lobbyist which I certainly appreciate.
The Council is neither positive nor negative on the deal because there is no real proposal in place yet. More information on the way in the spring, followed by public consultation. There's no need for the mayor's involvement at this point. He has more important business on his plate. Bettman made remarks saying that Calgary won't get this or that until a new arena is in place and Nenshi responded in kind to let them know we won't get bent over like Edmonton did. I don't think we could have asked for a better response.
How do you not love a response from our mayor that fits in with the E=NG mentality!
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