I don't think any/many arena deal skeptics have been suggesting the city take the theoretical 'savings' from no arena deal and dump them straight into the current Green Line pit without any further consideration.
It's natural to discuss civic priorities and which capital projects would best serve the people. There is plenty of room for nuance.
The other thing I'd point out is how many pro-arena arguments are predicated on a black/white view that no new arena today = Flames 100% gone tomorrow. The timeline and probability of that actually happening were very much up for debate, with a whole bunch of forks in the road between now and then.
It's all moot now, but I'm glad Calgarians are being reminded of this situation...
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