We, the residents of Columbia and the surrounding Maury County community, are calling on local leaders, business owners, and investors to support the return of a public skating rink in our area.

For years, a skating rink provided a safe, affordable, and fun place for families, teens, and adults to gather. It created jobs, encouraged physical activity, and gave young people a positive place to spend their time. Since its closure, Columbia has been missing a central space for this kind of community connection.

In the last 10 years, Columbia has grown by more than 35%, that’s a BIG jump for a town this size and has brought in a MUCH better support system for a new rink.  New families, young people, and new energy! We’ve lost a place that once brought the community together. A skating rink isn’t just entertainment, it’s something Columbia needs again.

We believe bringing back a skating rink—whether by reopening a previous location or developing a new facility—would:

Provide a safe recreational space for youth and families. Support local jobs and small business growth. Strengthen our sense of community. And offer a healthy, active alternative to screen time.

We urge the Columbia City Council, Maury County officials, and local business leaders to:

Explore opportunities to reopen or build a skating rink.

Partner with private investors or community organizations.

Consider potential locations and funding options.

Our community has spoken—there is real demand for a skating rink in Columbia.

By signing this petition, we show our support for bringing this important piece of our community back to life.

Let’s give Columbia a place to roll again.