It did not specify a casino resort.īut the billionaire’s bid is quite reliant on the Senator, as for the project to receive approval, Ms. However, it could have been misleading, as they were asked if they wanted to see Willets Point remain as 50 acres of undeveloped asphalt, or if they wanted to use it for something great for everyone. Cohen and his company shared that a survey by Queens Future found that the majority of residents supported the project. There were also talks of an alternative plan to transform the parking lots around Citi Field to not become a casino resort, and be transformed into parkland instead.Įarlier this year, Mr. Joseph Jung from the Flushing Anti-Displacement Alliance called for Senator Ramos to oppose a gambling project in the community. However, others are not fans of the proposed casino. Michael Devalera, a member of Queens Community Board 3 said it allows creating jobs while his community has been neglected for quite a while. Several labour unions also highlighted that union labour could build the complex. This week’s town hall saw two-thirds of around 200 attendees declare their support for the Citi Field casino project. Cohen provided more information on his bid, and as a result, the Senator said that she wanted to listen to Queens and neighbouring regions’ input and have the most benefit to the area. Ramos explained that she has not decided on whether to support the Metropolitan Park and said she wanted to hear local feedback on the matter. Instead of the initially projected target of before the end of the current calendar year. However, the process turned out to be a slow one, and winning bids are expected to be announced in 2024. New York is seeking to award three full-scale commercial gaming licenses in the downstate region, and there are plenty of candidates. In a town hall meeting this week, the senator explained that she has not decided on whether to back the bid for the project titled, Metropolitan Park, which will feature a casino by Hard Rock.

Senator Jessica Ramos who represents Queens is still not convinced about the proposed casino resort near Citi Field by the owner of the New York Mets, Steve Cohen.

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