Steve Cohen, owner of the Mets, made a significant advancement in his initiative to establish a casino at Citi Field after a New York Senate vote favored reclassifying 50 acres of parkland for development. This bill, supported overwhelmingly by the Senate, involves compensating the loss of parkland with the creation of new recreational space in Flushing. The proposed 'Metropolitan Park' aims to integrate a large casino complex with public amenities, including bike paths and a bridge, although critics express concerns regarding the effectiveness and accessibility of the proposed developments.
Cohen and Hard Rock claim Flushing Skypark will deliver "an environmentally sound and aesthetically pleasing connection for pedestrians and bicyclists," transforming "a simple crossing into vibrant hubs that serve as flexible public spaces."
The alienation bill's sponsor, Sen. John Liu (D-Flushing), was involved in a bike crash due to debris on Northern Boulevard, highlighting the need for safer pedestrian paths.
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