The gambling destination would obviously change all that as locals and tourists alike might have more of a reason to trek to Coney Island during colder, off-season months as well. 'We have such a vibrant group of locally-owned businesses that have been calling out for a year-round economic driver.'įolks currently flock to Coney Island to walk on the boardwalk and brave rides at the seasonally open Coney Island Luna Park. 'I get to put passion where my mouth is and do something epic by bringing economic stability to Coney Island,' said Brooklyn council member Robert Cornegy Jr. Rendering: Courtesy of The ConeyĪ group of bidders hoping to secure one such permit-The Chickasaw Nation, Lends, Thor Equities and Saratoga Casino Holdings-have just released the first renderings of a potential Coney Island casino dubbed The Coney, a complex that would include a brand-new hotel right across from the legendary Coney Island boardwalk with hopes of turning the area into a must-visit during the winter as well. Talks regarding casinos opening in New York, a soon-to-be reality following last year's New York State legislature's approval for three such licenses to be given out in the area, are becoming more real.

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