The building of a new arena has been in rumblings around the city of Estevan ever since the civic was torn down a few short years ago.

Now it is a real possibility with a proposal being put in front of city council.

Councillor Dennis Moore is for the idea as long as it is cost-effective.

"We are going to try and make it so we can afford it. I have no problem with it. After finding out how many youth are playing hockey in this area along with other sports, when you see that many kids that enjoy that sport it totally changes your mind on what is needed and what is not.

The possibility of a new arena will be a huge item on the agenda at tonight's council meeting.