Thanks for the reply. So, when comparing the operating loss of The Alerus to the old civic, you would need to add 76K to The Alerus Center's annual loss. $304,000 x .25. Correct?
I love optimism too but I highly doubt The Alerus and Grand Forks will ever be a significant Regional convention destination. I hope I'm wrong. The center is really behind the 8 ball given the fact that the Convention Center has such a horrible reputation and the Arena side has upset the few major concert promoters that feed the center the major National concert events.
Grand Forks getting into the business as a promoter and competing for dates with "real" promoters is not a good idea. In fact, it's a VERY bad idea. Bid for a date against CC, HOB, or Concerts West then see if they ever ring the phone again. I doubt it. There's other venues to send the talent to.
It's a bleak situation. No one can speak their mind on the issue from a constructive criticism point of view. You're just another "naysayer".
I know I'll get kicked around for my opinion on this topic but, it's really a no-brainer. The Alerus has been a major disappointment since it opened. Speaking from a cost benefit and event execution point a view.
The hotel issue is another big joke. "Build it and they will come". We've all heard that before.
