Statement from Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Carlo A. Scissura on the New York Islanders Move to Brooklyn

“Just when Brooklyn couldn’t get any hotter, moments ago the New York Islanders announced that they will be coming to the Barclays Center in 2015. Congratulations to Bruce Ratner for all he has done for Brooklyn, Mayor Michael Bloomberg for his vision and Borough President Marty Markowitz for always saying that Brooklyn should be a premier destination for professional sports teams. This will create more jobs for Brooklynites and truly puts the ‘icing’ on the cake for the borough! This completes the hat trick of events for the Barclays Center with the Nets, an outstanding concert series, and now, the New York Islanders!”