Wiesbaden on ICE in danger: Dispute for 250,000 euros in grants flared up!
Wiesbaden on ICE in danger: Dispute for 250,000 euros in grants flared up!
The mobile ice rink "Wiesbaden on Ice", which attracted over 200,000 visitors in front of the Kurhaus in Wiesbaden during the Christmas season, is about to end due to financial difficulties. The association Sporthilfe Wiesbaden, which organizes this event, is currently faced with considerable challenges. Board member and first chairman Andreas Steinbauer has already resigned, which the situation is also complicated. In an extraordinary meeting, members should discuss crisis management and the possible integration of private investors.
Gerhard Obermayr, head of the city council and deputy chairman of the sports assistant, emphasizes the urgent need for a municipal grant to receive the ice rink. The event received 100,000 euros last year, but no grant has been planned for the coming season, which further increases the concerns about the future of the ice rink. Insiders estimate that a grant between 200,000 and 250,000 euros would be necessary to continue to operate the ice rink.
financial challenges and security concerns
The financial difficulties are caused by sunken income and increased infrastructure costs. In addition, the security requirements for events have increased in recent years, which further complicates the situation. Andreas Fillmann will initially represent the association temporarily, while a new election of the chairman is on the agenda, but remains uncertain whether this can happen promptly.
Michael Müller, the designer of the ice rink and also a board member of the sports assistant, is behind the idea and hopes for a solution. Obermayr suggests to initiate a Europe -wide tender so that sports aid can act as an ideal carrier. In parallel to these debates, talks with potential investors are running to find a new operator for the ice rink.
additional events and outlook
In addition to the ice rink, Sporthilfe Wiesbaden also organized the City Marathon, which is planned for June 28th. Over 2000 runners have already registered, which shows that the sports aid events are still very interested. The possible laying of the start and target point from the bowling green to the Schlossplatz is also considered to increase safety during the event. In view of the upcoming local elections in Hesse, the discussions about a subsidy for the ice rink could be re -sparked. The members of the sports aid were informed by treasurer Andreas Labudda about the current financial figures, but it remains to be seen what the next steps will look like.For more information about the current situation and the activities of the Sporthilfe Wiesbaden, interested readers can FAZ.NET Visit.
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