Prince Albert City Council has voted to restart the process of gathering ideas for the future of the Dave G. Steuart Arena, months after putting the discussion on hold to consider the site for a temporary shelter.

At Monday’s executive committee meeting, councillors voted 8-1 to reissue an Expression of Interest (EOI) that will invite community groups and organizations to submit proposals for how the building could be used. The city will also use the time to refresh building condition data and assess demand for ice time across all arenas now that the new Twin Pad is in operation.

Director of Parks, Recreation, and Culture Jody Boulet said the move essentially picks up where the council left off in April.

“The plan is to have updated structural, mechanical, and electrical information rea

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