Ice rink and staff changes dominate discussion

SEELEY LAKE – The discussion at the Seeley Lake Elementary School Board meeting focused on the proposed ice skating rink and staff changes at their Aug. 21 meeting. The Board will vote on whether to allow a temporary ice rink for this winter at their September meeting.

The board received eight letters in favor of the proposed ice rink. Chair Todd Johnson said the only negative comments the board has received is from SLE staff.

Organizers for the proposed rink Scott Eggeman and Gary Swain offered more information and answered questions.

Swain staked out the 120 foot by 65-foot rink on a fifth o...