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Consultation has concluded
Penticton's arenas are operating at or near capacity and four are needed to sustain current levels of service and programs. With Memorial and McLaren Arenas in need of significant investment, Penticton must decide how to meet its arena needs for the future. The Arena Task Force was created to explore the options and prepare a recommendation for Council. Their vision proposes a new twin-surface, multi-sport facility on the SOEC campus, conversion of Memorial Arena to a dry floor facility and the eventual decommissioning of McLaren Arena. Staff are now working on a business case to study the feasibility of the vision and investigating funding options.
You can stay informed about the activities of the task force and share your thoughts through this site.
Penticton's arenas are operating at or near capacity and four are needed to sustain current levels of service and programs. With Memorial and McLaren Arenas in need of significant investment, Penticton must decide how to meet its arena needs for the future. The Arena Task Force was created to explore the options and prepare a recommendation for Council. Their vision proposes a new twin-surface, multi-sport facility on the SOEC campus, conversion of Memorial Arena to a dry floor facility and the eventual decommissioning of McLaren Arena. Staff are now working on a business case to study the feasibility of the vision and investigating funding options.
You can stay informed about the activities of the task force and share your thoughts through this site.
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Citizens suggested the City set up a committee to answer the question "do we fix or replace Memorial Arena"? At the November 15 Council Meeting, the City shared the proposed Terms of Reference for a new Penticton Arena Task Force to determine the future for Memorial Arena as well as answer the question about our arena needs as a whole in light of our infrastructure deficit. The City is now accepting applications for the seven members who will represent the community at large. In order to get a balanced perspective, the City is seeking applicants with a background in:
Architecture, construction or engineering
Finance, accounting or taxation
Economic development or marketing
History of hockey in Penticton
Heritage of Memorial Arena
Arena operations and requirements
Applications are due December 6. You can find the Terms of Reference and the Application Form in the Key Documents section.
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Penticton Arenas Tough Decisions Ahead
Learn more about the condition of Memorial Arena and the work of the Penticton Arena Task Force.
Life Cycle
Getting started (Jan-Feb)
Future of Penticton Arenas has finished this stage
The Task Force will learn more about the condition of the arenas and the community's needs. Citizens are invited to ask questions and share ideas.
Needs Analysis (Feb - Mar)
Future of Penticton Arenas has finished this stage
The Task Force will review the studies to determine how many surfaces Penticton needs. Citizens can review the same studies and speak with the Task Force at scheduled events.
Options Analysis (Mar - July)
Future of Penticton Arenas has finished this stage
The Task Force will study options for the Memorial and McLaren Arenas as well as for a new arena at the SOEC site. Citizens will be invited to discuss the studies and share ideas on the options.
Council Recommendation (July)
Future of Penticton Arenas has finished this stage
The Task Force will review their recommendation with Council in July in order to meet the deadline for a grant that could secure up to $6 million towards repairing or replacing Penticton's arenas.
Future of Penticton Arenas is currently at this stage
With the direction set in the grant application, staff will continue to complete the financial analysis and develop a funding strategy as part of a business case for the final staff recommendation.
Decision
this is an upcoming stage for Future of Penticton Arenas
The City is currently developing a process to make the decision.