Katz Group Statement on Council Vote

We very much appreciate City Council's strong vote of support for the downtown arena, as well as the considerable time and effort Mayor Mandel and City Administration, in particular, have put into this project. 

We will work with City Administration to understand the implications of the new elements of the deal introduced in today's motion in the context of the agreements that need to be completed by month-end. 

We also want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who participated in the public hearing and to say once again that we believe the Edmonton Arena District is a great opportunity that will benefit our entire city and region. 

John Karvellas

Executive Vice President

Katz Group

"I am thrilled for the City of Edmonton and I want to congratulate and thank Mayor Mandel and Daryl Katz for their hard work and commitment. The future of the Oilers couldn't be brighter." 

Gary Bettman

NHL Commissioner