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Cover Joe Albi Stadium

Years ago there was an idea to cover Joe Albi Stadium, and now is the time to relook at that idea.

$38 million, plus the money from the downtown idea, could remodel the existing stadium to a two-level sports complex. Football, ice hockey, figure skating, soccer, lacrosse, wrestling and many others could be possible events held there.

The second level could be used for basketball, volleyball and gymnastics and even a 400-meter full-size track, compared to the tiny 200-meter track proposed. I believe we could play softball/mush ball and even a possible Whiffle-style baseball in the winter.

This could be a multipurpose, year-round event center hosting craft shows, antique shows, movie nights, concerts and so much more; a pool could even be built, offering inside swimming opportunities in the winter months.

Albi used to host big events, and it still can. Albi could make the city of Spokane lots of income while providing a unique venue at the same time.

Craig Gerlack

Spokane

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