The David Palmer Arena has gone through some challenges and is ready to provide more services to the community. That was the word the Arena authorities brought to the Danville City Council Tuesday.
Palmer Arena General Manager Terri Gaffney says recent years have not been easy.
Gaffney says the Arena is committed to providing a better facility to the public. New safety equipment like security cameras have been installed, there is a new floor covering to put over the ice, the staff has received CPR training and there are AED’s in the building. The staff has been trained in ice maintenance and sewer system problems have been fixed.
She said these improvements will help bring more events to the Arena. The Arena board has received two proposals to bring professional hockey back to the Arena and is expected to decide before Thanksgiving.
Alderman Jon Cooper expressed disappointment on how few events are taking place at the Arena. The Arena personnel told him that financial problems, scheduling conflicts, and the size of the building have made it difficult to book events. They promise that will improve.
