Flushing Meadows Natatorium to revive the park, the original concept of a moderately sized pool was enlarged to an Olympic-size pool with an indoor ice rink as well. The building's foundation was completed in 2001 but after the September 11 attacks the project was halted due to funding issues. Finally, in 2003, the Natatorium was designated as the swimming arena in New York City's bid to host the 2012 Summer Olympics. The Parks Department partnered with the Economic Development Corporation and plans re-commenced for New York City to build its first public indoor swimming pool in 40 years. Upon its completion in February
Gateway Indoor Gateway Indoor Gateway Indoor (also called Gateway Indoor Percussion, Gateway, and G-dub) was an indoor drumline based in St. Louis, MO. The group competes in the Percussion Independent World division of Winter Guard International, as well as the Mid-Continental Color Guard Association circuit. Gateway Indoor was started in 2004 by Paul Richardson and Mike Davis, and was named for the Gateway Arch in St. Louis. Since 2004, the group has been a Percussion Independent World class finalist 8 times, and has scored as high as 5th place. Gateway Indoor is an independent percussion ensemble that competes in WGI and MCCGA