Yellowstone Ice Foundation-Signal Peak Ice Arena

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Building Our Community’s Next Recreation Facilities

The YELLOWSTONE ICE FOUNDATION is proud to present this development proposal for a new indoor recreation facility in Billings, Montana. Thanks to a generous six million dollar commitment from the Signal Peak Energy, our community has the unique opportunity to address a significant shortfall in recreational amenities compared to other cities of similar or smaller size. Despite having a larger population than Bismarck, ND, and Missoula, MT, which boast seven and three ice sheets respectively, Billings has yet to fully capitalize on the growing demand for ice sports. This strategic initiative is designed not only to address this gap but to also enhance Billings’ appeal as a hub for sports tourism and community activities.

Yellowstone Ice Foundation’s goal is to establish a multifunctional indoor ice facility that will serve as a pivotal resource for both enthusiasts and newcomers to ice sports within our community. This facility is designed not only to attract junior amateur and professional teams, akin to the local Mustangs, but also to significantly enhance existing programs in hockey, curling, and figure skating that are currently limited by inadequate space.

Furthermore, this development is strategically located to catalyze economic growth and drive transformative improvements in the southside neighborhoods of Billings, ensuring that the benefits of this project extend well beyond the ice rinks.

The proposed facility will feature flexible programming with multi-use spaces adaptable to various events and sports. It includes two ice sheets; one operational year-round, and the other convertible during the summer for activities like indoor soccer and more, enhancing its utility and appeal. This is a transformative opportunity for the South Billings Urban Renewal District to elevate its existing recreational infrastructure, promote health and wellness, and stimulate economic growth through sports tourism. We invite stakeholders to join us in realizing this vision, ensuring lasting benefits for our community, southside neighborhood, and future generations.

A Public Private Partnership - Bringing Resources

Beyond its significant potential to enhance the local economy through sports tourism, this facility is designed to be a communal hub where families can come together to enjoy and participate in ice sports. By hosting tournaments and events, our facility will not only increase hotel occupancy (“heads in beds”) and boost retail and food sales but also foster a vibrant social atmosphere that strengthens community bonds. Plans for a professional hockey shop within the facility are just one example of how we aim to support the sporting community. More crucially, the facility will act as a catalyst for economic development and community revitalization within the southside neighborhoods of Billings. Here, the Signal Peak Energy Arena will provide new opportunities and enhance the quality of life, creating a lasting impact that transcends financial gain and enriches the social fabric of our community.

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