A Look at the Controversial New York Casino Proposal by Andrew Cohen
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By: Grant Mitchell10/11/2024 10:56 IndustryPhoto by Flickr, CC by NC-ND 2.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/)
You stand on a precipice of opportunity or an abyss of controversy, depending on who you ask. We're talking about Andrew Cohen's $8 billion casino proposal for a casino complex right smack in the middle of a public parkland in Queens, New York.
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This proposal has managed to ruffle quite a few feathers, with Queens State Senator Jessica Ramos taking center stage in the opposition camp. Ramos has expressed her displeasure over the proposed casino's impact on low-income communities and the loss of public parkland. Otherwise, she'd prefer not to tango with Cohen and his multibillion-dollar vision. Despite backing down on rezoning the parkland for commercial purposes, her opposition is proving to be a thorn in Cohen's side - but it's not deterring him entirely. After all, another local senator, John Liu, has thrown a rezoning bill into the mix, injecting a dash of optimism into Cohen's camp.
So, what's the current state of play? The proposed casino project is navigating some political hurdles, but it's not at a standstill. Yes, there's a split among local legislators - with those like Ramos on one side screaming foul, and allies like Liu on the other throwing their weight behind the project. The New York City Council has even given the project a nod by approving zoning changes, signaling their support.
But for all intents and purposes, it boils down to one crucial decision: the New York State Gaming Commission's final choice on which bids deserve a license by year's end. With Cohen's proposal joining a pack of bold-faced contenders like MGM Resorts, Resorts World, Wynn Resorts, and Caesars Entertainment, it's anybody's game.
As the year winds down and the verdict nears, you can expect tension to build - and maybe even a shocking twist or three. So, buckle up, New York. It's going to be an interesting end to 2024 and an explosive start to 2025.
- Gretchen Gamboa, an athlete-turned-journalist with a passion for sports betting news, shares her insights on the controversial casino proposal by Andrew Cohen.
- The proposed $8 billion casino complex in Queens, New York, has sparked controversy, with Queens State Senator Jessica Ramos expressing concerns over its potential impact on low-income communities and public parkland.
- Despite opposition from senators like Ramos, the New York City Council has signaled its support for the proposed casino project by approving zoning changes.
- The New York State Gaming Commission holds the key to the project's future, as they are set to announce licensing decisions for the casino industry by the end of the year.
- Cohen's proposal will face stiff competition from other major players in the industry, including MGM Resorts, Resorts World, Wynn Resorts, and Caesars Entertainment.
- The sports betting industry continues to generate headlines, with Gretchen Gamboa reporting on the latest happenings, even while unwinding with soccer or a leisurely park stroll.
- As 2024 comes to a close, the fate of the casino proposal in New York remains uncertain, with tensions escalating and potential surprises looming on the horizon.
