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Holiday Hoopla seeks permanent ice rink at downtown reservoir cap; city council signals support
Summary
Organizers asked council to plan a permanent ice rink at the new park over the CSO reservoir cap to reduce recurring costs and expand year‑round programming.
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio — Organizers of the Holiday Hoopla told Middletown City Council they want the city to plan for a permanent ice rink on the new park being built over a combined‑sewer‑overflow (CSO) basin cap, arguing the investment would reduce recurring setup costs, expand year‑round programming and help revitalize downtown.
Why it matters: Council members said the rink is already a successful winter attraction and a permanent installation could become a year‑round amenity that draws visitors, supports downtown businesses and creates seasonal jobs.
What presenters said: Evan Kaiser, Holiday Hoopla board president, said the portable rink has drawn thousands of visitors and provided seasonal employment for youth: “We have…
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