NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WKBW) — Niagara Falls' Hyde Park Ice Pavilion will remain open, but who will run the beloved community rink remains unresolved.

In July, police unexpectedly turned away hockey players arriving for camp after city officials said the facility had closed. After the closure, the rink was reopened, allowing the camp to proceed as scheduled.

City administrators said NST had been operating without a formal contract for several years and opened a competitive bidding process.

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Mayor Robert Restaino recommended awarding management to Legacy Hospitality, but on September 17, the City Council voted 3–2 against the plan.

Councilmember Donta Myles said

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