PEORIA, Ill. – The Peoria Rivermen will continue to call the Civic Center home.
The hockey club and the Peoria Civic Center Authority jointly announced on Tuesday a new five-year lease agreement. The deal starts retroactively to the beginning of the current season, and runs until the 2028-29 season.
“This agreement showcases the commitment by both parties to provide a quality product that fans and the community can continue to support for seasons to come,” said Rick Semonis, PCCA Board Chair.
Both entities also announced plans for replacing the ice plant are on-going, with the work scheduled for the Summer of 2026. The ice plant was a sticking point in negotiations for keeping the Rivermen in Peoria and at the Civic Center.
In a statement, Rivermen CEO and owner Bart Rogers thanked the Civic Center and the city of Peoria for funding new amenities at the arena. Those include a new scoreboard and a variety of food options.
“We are happy for our great hockey fans and corporate partners in Central Illinois, that Rivermen Hockey can continue for another five seasons at Carver Arena. Our ownership group will continue to strive to offer an affordable, family friendly entertainment outlet for our great fans’ entertainment dollar, just as we have done in Peoria for over 40 years along with a winning on ice product,” Rogers said.
Peoria Civic Center General Manager Rik Edgar thanked City and State leaders for making the improvements possible.
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