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Originally Posted by Bunk
I don't get the reaction and assumption that the Mayor or Council or City doesn't want an arena. What in the hell was this Plan B report about? It's about unwinding a harebrained Calgary NEXT proposal and doing ALL the work to put a viable concept on the table. They have even left the door wide open to a significant public contribution. Sheesh.
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I still don't know where this Nenshi/City is totally opposed to funding an arena of any shape and size arguement is coming from. Last I saw, council from their comments were very supportive of the Victoria Park option. Even saying it would qualify for CRL money. Druh Farrell even gave positive comments, and she has been on record as one of the biggest opponents to an arena deal due to philosophical opposition to arenas with public money.
The only wishy washy person was Ken King. I get it. The city showed you up. However, get over your pride and see this as a good comprise between nothing and the CalgaryNext moon shot.
To those saying the Flames will move sorry. It will absolutely not happen now. The city just strategically cornered the Flames. Bettman has shown he won't move a franchise unless absolutely necessary. With a viable offer on the table not only do the Flames now have to show why it won't work, but why it has to be another deal.
Vic Park will get done. Grouchy Ken King be damned. Next is dead and it is just a matter of time until a new agreement in Vic Park is reached. All this other nonsense is the Sun trying to influence the election.