Center Ice the UBS Arena the new home of the New York Islanders on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020 in Elmont. Credit: Howard Schnapp
UBS Arena planners want to ensure most of the physical contact in the under-construction building at Belmont Park will take place on the ice during Islanders games.
The COVID-19 pandemic has radically re-focused thinking on health and safety protocols, and UBS Arena will prioritize mobile technology to reduce "touch points."
"We have a chance to build into the original fabric of our arena various things that will keep our fans safe and sound," Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky said on a webinar released on Thursday detailing some of the health and safety precautions being designed in conjunction with arena sponsor Northwell Health and developer Oak View Group.