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N-E-B · 03-20-2018, 08:58 PM

I just don't get why they'd be more willing to drop all this money into an Olympic bid as opposed to a new arena.

That doesn't mean I'm advocating building the Flames a new rink with 100% public funds, but to me it seems like they have the money and they're willing to spend it. Why not "waste" it on a rink so we can have Flames hockey and the big concerts that are skipping town for 30 years instead of on a two week party in 8 years? Just screams of Nenshi wanting a legacy that satisfies his ego.

Admittedly I'm not overly knowledgeable on the subject, so if I'm off base feel free to correct me.

03-20-2018, 08:58 PM	#2
N-E-B Franchise Player Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Calgary Exp:	I just don't get why they'd be more willing to drop all this money into an Olympic bid as opposed to a new arena. That doesn't mean I'm advocating building the Flames a new rink with 100% public funds, but to me it seems like they have the money and they're willing to spend it. Why not "waste" it on a rink so we can have Flames hockey and the big concerts that are skipping town for 30 years instead of on a two week party in 8 years? Just screams of Nenshi wanting a legacy that satisfies his ego. Admittedly I'm not overly knowledgeable on the subject, so if I'm off base feel free to correct me.