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Worthington school board opens door to city exploring ice-arena on district land

WORTHINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT Board · November 27, 2025
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Summary

The Worthington Public School District board voted to allow the city to explore siting a proposed ice arena on district-owned land and indicated preference to retain land ownership and lease the facility to the city; board members discussed location options, potential land-value contribution and a reported $1 million funding shortfall.

The Worthington Public School District board voted to let the city of Worthington pursue siting a proposed ice arena on district-owned property, with the district keeping ownership of the land and potentially leasing the facility to the city.

The motion, made by Matt and seconded by Lori, passed by voice vote after an extended discussion about potential sites, community uses and financial implications. Board member Heitkamp recommended that "we retain ownership of the land" and lease the site so the city would own and maintain the facility while the district would preserve educational opportunities on-site.

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