We appreciate the efforts undertaken by the Chamber and Dr. Buser to provide the central Ohio community with a current assessment of the Arena District and the Columbus Blue Jacket's team operations. This report provides a vehicle for public discussion.

The Arena District, home to the county-owned Huntington Park, is an engine of economic development. We recognize that since 2000, the Columbus Blue Jackets and Nationwide Arena have contributed $2 Billion to the central Ohio economy.

These are tight economic times and it will take the time and effort of the entire community to determine what's best for central Ohio.