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Brown Deer reviews first season of Community Square ice rink; officials cite heavy operating costs
Summary
Village staff reviewed usage and finances from the Community Square temporary refrigerated rink, noting high staffing and setup costs, revenue from rentals and events, and a multi‑year path for decisions on a permanent facility.
Village staff presented a year-one review May 5 of the Community Square refrigerated ice rink, reporting strong community use but net operating losses in the first season and a plan for phased decisions over the next one to two years.
Danny (recreation staff) told the board the rink attracted many youth users, recorded roughly 1,361 admissions and generated revenue from gate admissions, rentals and events, but staff and one-time setup costs pushed the facility into a net loss for the season. "Our total expense was…
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