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Originally Posted by BigThief
As a taxpayer funding this project will we get access to the building during these events? Even for a discount? Calgary is 1.5million people, the "average" Calgarian probably doesn't give two craps about the 2027 world Juniors. Public library, City of Calgary Recreation/Swimming facilities, Public skating rink and outdoor rinks in the winter etc offer much more value to my family than a professional NHL arena ever will.
The 350(?)million the province of Alberta is contributing to the rink would be much better served.. literally anywhere else. Build the green line.
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And lower or consistent proerty taxes, and or a higher more reaonable entry point into the Fair Entry program*
*A family of 4 (like mine) has to make less than povery line to qualify for that. Was shocked after a miserable yesar of income 2021-22 how low that bar is.
In the meantime, my house had $20k uninsured hail damage from Aug 2024, but city said my house went up $19k in value for a higher tax burden on a higher property tax rate. Fml...
But back on point, I do recall when they built Wells Fargo stadium. Watching a game, they panned from under construction site to the Wachovia Spectrum where the game was getting played.