NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — Political divide in Niagara Falls is leading to the closure of the Hyde Park Ice Pavilion on Sep. 30.

Mike Carella, who has operated the rink for nearly 15 years, says he put in a bid to continue operations at the pavilion and was denied.

Mayor Robert Restaino's administration had a deal in place to have Legacy Hospitality and Entertainment Group take over the facility. However, the city council voted 3-2 to reject that proposal, according to Jon Sczepczenski, a spokesperson for the city.

In a letter from the city that Carella shared with 2 On Your Side on Sep. 19, it states:

'In view of the City Council's vote to reject Legacy for a contract award following the RFP process, and the fact that your client has no contract that permits its continued operation, please

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