THUNDER BAY — The city is seeking feedback on the potential of closing the majority of outdoor rinks.
The city issued a survey earlier this week, asking for residents' input about the utilization of outdoor rinks and opinion is on whether closures would be supported.
Earlier this year, council had directed administration to find $700,000 in staffing cuts and $500,000 in service cuts. As part of that process, city administration proposed eliminating 31 outdoor rinks and leaving just a handful remaining across the city.
At a meeting in June, council decided to put off making a decision on several of the proposed reductions, including the outdoor rink closures, and instead ordered further consultation.
The survey is looking to see how many people utilize outdoor rinks and if the closures are supported by community members.
If council chose to go ahead with the full list of outdoor rink closures, just eight sites would remain:
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Many local hockey community members are concerned with the closures, as it would greatly affect the amount of ice time and recreational opportunities available for youth.
