• RTY, Inc., has approached the city of New Philadelphia for financial assistance to maintain the rides at Tuscora Park.
• Maintenance costs have skyrocketed since Ohio passed Tyler's Law in 2019, which increases safety and inspection standards.
• RTY lost money in 2021 and 2022 because of increased maintenance costs.

NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ RTY, Inc., which operates rides, concessions and the amphitheater at Tuscora Park, is asking the city of New Philadelphia for financial assistance as the cost of operating amusement rides continues to rise.

Prior to three years ago, profits from the sale of tickets were sufficient to cover the cost of ride maintenance and repairs. The organization usually turned a profit of $7,000 or $8,000 per year.

But in 2021, ride maintenance expenses were $17,690 and in 2022 were $25,697, according to RTY treasurer Carey Gardner. Both years, RTY wound up losing money.

Ferris wheel improvements:Tuscora Park Ferris wheel undergoes rehabilitation work

So the organization is turning to the city of New Philadelphia for help. The city owns all eight rides at the park, including the 1926 C.W. Parker Ferris wheel, which was recently rebuilt, and the 1928 Herschell-Spillman carousel.

Restoration work:Organ on Tuscora Park carousel in need of mechanical restoration

RTY has managed the rides since 1985.

RTY seeking $25,000 a year from city

Mayor Joel Day received a letter from RTY asking the city to create an expense line in the Parks Department budget that would...

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