STATEMENT FROM BOROUGH PRESIDENT DIAZ
RE: Mark Messier Named CEO of KNIC
“I
am thrilled that hockey legend and hall of famer Mark Messier has been
named Chief Executive Officer of the Kingsbridge National Ice Center,
and that he will lead the transformation of the Kingsbridge Armory into
the world’s largest ice sports facility.
“Since
day one, Mr. Messier has proven to be a great friend of the Bronx with
his unwavering support of the KNIC project. He understands the
importance of responsible development in the Bronx and knows that this project
will create living wage jobs and economic activity, will support
important community and educational initiatives, and will provide New
Yorkers with unprecedented access to a variety of spectacular ice
sports.
“I am excited that Mark Messier will take the lead in the redevelopment
of our beloved Kingsbridge Armory and I look forward to working with
him as we transform the Kingsbridge Armory into a source of pride for the Bronx and the City for generations to come,” said Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.
