By Mark Squibb
The Town of Bay Bulls has approved a new community ice rink construction cost estimate.
As per the motion approved by council Monday night, construction of the new community rink is contingent on “funding availability and budget constraints.”
Deputy Mayor Jason O’Brien noted furthermore that a phased approach to the project will be likely.
“This doesn’t mean we’re spending that much money,” clarified Jason Sullivan. “It means we have the cost in case a (funding) opportunity presents itself.”
Staff later clarified the cost estimate is for a two-phase approach to the project, and the Town does not have any active funding approved for it.
The cost estimate, which staff said they could not release as it could change as funding becomes available, is intended to be included in funding applications.
Council issued a request for proposals for site preparation work for the new outdoor community rink back in September.
The Town has also secured a donation of leftover boards from the Mary Brown’s Centre for the rink.
