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Local senior hockey team asks town about hosting games at Municipal Arena
Summary
Caleb Williams, representing the Thousand Islands Raiders, asked the board about arena availability, scheduling conflicts with lacrosse, and operating costs; he said the team draws about "2 50" fans per game and wants to explore hosting home playoff games next season.
Caleb Williams addressed the board during public concerns as a representative of the Thousand Islands Raiders, a senior hockey team, and asked the town to share turf and ice schedules and arena operating costs to evaluate whether the Raiders could play home games at the Municipal Arena next season.
"I'm speaking on behalf of the Thousand Islands Raider," Williams said, describing the team as a community entertainment option and noting attendance "with about 2 50 fans per game." He asked whether the turf and ice changeover dates could be confirmed and whether the town can provide weeknight and weekend availability and operating-cost figures.
Board members and staff said they would investigate schedules and noted competing uses, including lacrosse and youth programs. One board member recalled prior estimates indicating the town's weekly operating costs were about $4,000 per week (noted as a past figure that the board said should be re-evaluated given higher utility costs). The board encouraged follow-up meetings between team representatives and town staff to reconcile dates and costs ahead of the next season.
Caleb Williams's request will be followed up by staff to provide availability and operating-cost detail to inform any potential agreement.
