PENNSYLVANIA (WHP) — A Pennsylvania skating rink operator has agreed to amend its outside food and drink policy after federal officials ruled it violated the Americans with Disabilities Act, according to a news release.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced a civil settlement for Roll R Way, which runs skating centers in York, Chambersburg, and Donora, after turning away families with children who have Type 1 diabetes.
Federal officials received several complaints alleging that families were turned away because they brought small amounts of food and drink to help regulate their children’s blood sugar levels.
Roll R Way was found to have enforced a “no outside food or drink” policy, but failed to make exceptions for medical needs, according to a release.
This policy kept families from enjoying the roller skating rink and could affect potential customers with food allergies or other dietary restrictions, resulting in an ADA violation.
As part of the agreement, Roll R Way will also pay each family who filed a complaint $500. However, the settlement did not affirm whether or not Roll R Way admitted culpability.