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Originally Posted by mikevbar1
Correct me if I'm wrong, but wouldnt a larger arena justify larger events coming to the city? In addition, why should we plan for the present day? the whole point of planning is to look forward. Sure Hamilton isnt growing like Toronto, but at least have a little foresight. Hamilton is growing and this is our opportunity to have a larger arena. Quickly googling other large Arenas like Scotiabank with a seating capacity of just under 20,000 proves a newly renovated FirstOntario centre would actually be able to compete with Toronto in this respect.
I understand there are some key players in this discussion, but at this point location is becoming less relevent to me, as much as I want it downtown. Downsizing is a terrible idea.
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By simply building a 20,000 seat arena by no means guarantees a Hamilton Arena could compete with the ACC. There are so many other factors that come into play. But hey if the private sector wants to build one, by all means. The city cant afford it though.