NYRA announces enhanced security for Belmont Stakes
attendees
The New York Racing Association on Tuesday outlined enhanced security
protocols for fans attending the 2015 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival on June
5-6.
This year’s festival will feature new regulations designed to further enhance
the safety and security of guests on Friday and Saturday. Changes for these two
days include prohibitions against the use of “selfie sticks,” drones and all
radio-controlled aircraft. Tailgating will also be prohibited in parking lots,
with all items brought into Belmont’s Grandstand, Clubhouse or Backyard included
in a clear plastic bag for enhanced screening.
“With tens of thousands of horseplayers and racing fans from around the world
joining us for this exciting, festival of championship racing, premium
entertainment and world-class hospitality, we are taking additional steps to
further ensure the safety and security of our guests throughout this mega
event,” said George C. Venizelos, Vice President of Security for the New York
Racing Association.
“The safety of our guests, our equine athletes, our horsemen and horsewomen
and all of our employees is our top priority; to that end, we are working
collaboratively with our local, state and federal law enforcement partners as we
further enhance our security operations in preparation for this special
celebration of New York racing.”
Changes made to the Belmont S. security policy are designed to enhance the
safety of guests, in addition to further expedite entry and exit from the
property. They mirror protocols enacted at many venues around the country,
including Thoroughbred racing. A full list of prohibited and permitted items
accompanies this release and can be reviewed at BelmontStakes.com.
All guests are subject to magnetic screening upon entering the grounds.
Guests attempting to enter the Clubhouse, Grandstand or the Backyard with
prohibited items will be asked to return them to their vehicles, or dispose of
them. No storage will be provided for guests arriving with, or attempting to
enter with prohibited items.
“Keeping our guests safe and secure is a team effort. We want all of our
guests to enjoy themselves and have a great time at Belmont Park,” continued
Venizelos. “Guests traveling to and from Belmont Park should plan ahead and
allow themselves extra time to arrive and depart the property. They should
familiarize themselves with our revised policies in advance of this three day
mega event by visiting BelmontStakes.com. Most importantly, they should always
remember that if they see something, they should say something; immediately
notify an officer, or dial 911.”
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