About three dozen people gathered at City Park Tuesday evening to hear plans for Reading’s new public ice-skating rink and to share their opinions on the project. The meeting, hosted by Mayor Eddie Morán and city officials, featured presentations from project leaders and elected representatives, followed by an extended public comment period where neighborhood residents voiced both support and concerns.
Mayor Morán said the seasonal rink would be built on a newly constructed multipurpose pad inside City Park. The city plans to rent a turnkey ice-skating package for seven weeks each winter, including skate rentals, staffing, and maintenance. After the season ends, the pad would remain available for farmers markets, performances, and other community events.
“This is about more than just an ice rink,” Morán said. “It’s about believing in what’s possible for a public space. Every investment we make brings new life, new energy, and new reasons for us to come together as a community.”…