The thought is to generate more use -- and more revenue-- in the winter months when the square is not frequented due to cold, rain and snow. As conceived, it would fill much of the park for four months, be covered with a see-through plastic and include skate rentals and food vendors.
The idea has drawbacks, however. All the bricks -- inscribed bricks, paid for by citizens -- would have to be torn out while the square is made more level to better support the rink. They would be replaced, but the cost could be prohibitive.
Public meetings will reportedly occur before a land-use application is made to the city.
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