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Ione Arena reports rising sponsorships and summer schedule as city council hears update

Ione City Council · April 8, 2026
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Summary

City staff and volunteers reported growth in sponsorships and bookings at the Ed Hughes Arena, new QR-code payment and membership systems, summer event plans and community partnerships; council members praised the staff and volunteers for increased activity and revenue.

Sam updated the Ione City Council on operations and programming at the Ed Hughes Arena, reporting an increase in sponsorships and bookings and outlining plans for expanded events this summer.

Sam said sponsorships had grown from 13 to 17 local businesses and sponsorship revenue rose from about $12,000 to…

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