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Saskatoon residents will have to wait until next year to find out where a new downtown arena might one day be built.

During 2020-21 budget talks Wednesday, council heard that a short list of sites being considered for a downtown entertainment district that would include an arena should be ready in January or February.

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In one of few unanimous decisions during consideration of a long list of initiatives, approval was granted for $100,000 for a business plan for a new downtown arena and a new downtown convention centre.

Prior to the vote, Coun. Cynthia Block, who represents the downtown, asked about the timeline for the short list, which was expected before the end of the year. She was advised the list will be ready early next year.

City hall has committed to engagement with residents on the best spot for an entertainment district that would wrap around a new arena or perhaps a combined arena-convention centre.