In late 2005, the arena and park complex was used for Hurricane Rita relief, and no events were held there in the winter of 2005-06.
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On October 7, 2005, the Jefferson County, Texas, Commissioners announced that the team would not be allowed to use Ford Arena for the 2005–2006 season because the site was being used for Hurricane Rita relief.