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| Knickerbacker Ice Rink |
Mayor Carmella R. Mantello has proposed free ice skate rentals and skate time for Troy and Rensselaer County residents who are military active duty or veterans, senior citizens, and children below the age of six at Knickerbacker Ice Rink.
The proposal will be acted upon at the City Council finance meeting on Thursday, February 20, at City Hall.
"It is part of the City's initiative to expand recreational opportunities and access to quality facilities to improve the Quality of Life for residents of the City of Troy," she said. “We want to make sure that every resident -- especially our veterans, active military, seniors and young children -- can enjoy the Knick without barriers. This is a small way to show our appreciation for those who have served and to encourage families and seniors to take advantage of our city’s recreational spaces.
"When we partnered with Rensselaer County Executive McLaughlin and the County to bring back the Knick" -- see story here -- "our promise was to ensure that our residents can use the ice rink without having to jump through hoops. I am proud to say we are following through on that promise.”
City Council Majority Leader Tom Casey said, “When I was a teenager, I frequented open skate at the Knick. It provided a safe, drug free, and positive environment. We are always looking for positive outlets for the youth of Troy. Skating is not just fun but also promotes physical health, confidence, and community engagement."
For more information, visit the city’s website.
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