Marty also warns against the imminent demolition of St Paul's existing arena. The city has agreed to compensate the owners for any taxes imposed by the state, essentially making it impossible for the public to recoup any of its investment in a new arena. Mayor Coleman and the St Paul delegation back-peddle furiously. The director of St Paul's existing arena is considering moving over to work for the Minnesota Wild in the new arena. A number of other St Paul ex-officials have already made the move.
Some legislators are critical.
Mayor Coleman threatens veto of such an action. It is unknown whether another vote could be found to override. Next Big Picture Publ.