Businessman withdraws $250K offer for naming rights of new hockey rink amid controversy
Murphy says community feedback led him to change his mind
Two Simmonds family members are happy with the decision
Danny Murphy, a wealthy businessman from Prince Edward Island, has withdrawn his offer of $250,000 for the naming rights to the new hockey rink that will replace the Charlottetown Civic Centre.
Murphy's offer had been met with some controversy, as some members of the community felt that the money could be better spent elsewhere. In a statement, Murphy said that he had listened to the feedback from the community and had decided to withdraw his offer.
"I believe that this is the right decision for the community," Murphy said. "I want to thank everyone who has provided feedback, and I hope that we can all work together to build a new rink that we can all be proud of."
Two members of the Simmonds family, who are involved in the hockey community on Prince Edward Island, told SaltWire Network on April 14 that they are happy with Murphy's decision.
"I think it's a good decision," said Mike Simmonds. "I think it shows that he's listening to the community and that he's willing to do what's best for the community."
"I think it's a good thing," said Danny Simmonds. "I think it shows that he's a good guy and that he's willing to listen to the community."
Murphy built his net worth by purchasing Prince Edward Island's first two Tim Hortons franchises in 1980. He founded the Murphy Group of Companies in 1980 with the opening of two Tim Hortons restaurants.
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