Press Release | Office of the Mayor | 6th Annual "Hockey Night in Westland" a Resounding Success

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PRESS RELEASE

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

36601 Ford Road | Westland, Michigan | 48185

Office 734.467.3200 | Fax 724.721.2310

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Red Wings Alumni Game Raises $30,000 for Mike Modano Ice Arena Improvements

Westland, MI -- For the 6th year in a row, the Mike Modano Ice Arena was sold out to capacity for its annual "Hockey Night in Westland." More than 1000 spectators filled the bleachers and it was standing room only as fans watched Mayor Wild's team, the Wild Wings, take on the Red Wings Alumni team. The game ended with a score of 11-4, with the Red Wings Alumni ahead.

"Even though the Wild Wings did not take home a victory this year, the event is considered a great success. This game is not only a great opportunity to bring the community together, but it also raises much needed funds for improvements to the Mike Modano Ice Arena," commented Mayor Wild. "Every year the event gets bigger, draws more of a crowd and raises more money. Before this year's game, Hockey Night in Westland has raised over $100,000 for our ice arena," he continued.

After expenses, this year's game will raise nearly $30,000 which includes a $10,000 contribution by former Red Wing, Westland resident, Mike Modano. Funds raised previously have helped fund the arena with energy efficient compressors and lighting as well as a remodeled Breakaway Café, free WiFi, new heating units for the spectator area and new rubber matting on the player's benches.

"We are honored to host the Red Wings Alumni every year and appreciate the support of our players, generous sponsors, prize donors and fans. Without all of you, this game would not be possible" Wild concluded.

For more information, contact Aubrey Berman, Administrative Secretary, at (734) 467-3200.

The City of Westland is the 10th largest city in Michigan with a population of over 84,000. The city's residential development is an excellent blend of single family homes, apartments and condominiums. The broad selection of housing opportunities is complimented by over 1500 acres of well-maintained parks and nature trails as well as a highly rated municipal golf course. Also available is a skate park, ice arena, a state-of-the-art Library and novel city park themes that are fun and family-friendly.

Westland has the location, land, infrastructure, and leadership, under Mayor William R. Wild to attract new industry and help existing businesses redevelop properties and to maintain competitiveness in today's global economy. Six modern platted industrial parks on 320 acres are served by class "A" internal roads, with up to date utilities and rail access available within two of the parks. Westland is conveniently located within the center of southeastern Michigan's expressway system, minutes north of Detroit Metropolitan Airport, and ideally located between downtown Detroit and Ann Arbor.

Westland is the area's premier "Shopping and Dining Destination". Westland Shopping center, one of the country's original four regional malls, boasts 80 retail stores and has anchored Westland's commercial district for more than 30 years. Westland's diversity and progressive planning offers residents a wide variety of life experiences, and make Westland truly the "All American City".