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Moses Lake city leaders supported replacing the 30-year-old chiller system at the outdoor ice arena. Parks and Recreation Director Doug Coots outlined that repairing the current system would cost approximately $192,885, leaving the city with $25,500 after insurance.

He proposed two replacement options: an air-cooled chiller for about $209,823 or an ammonia-based system potentially costing between $3 million and $5 million. Council members favored the first option, citing concerns about sustainability and safety with the ammonia system, which would require additional staffing.

Coots indicated that a new system could extend the ice arena's season by a week. The council plans to seek funding approval from the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.