Queens Senator Introduces Bill to Advance $8B Citi Field Casino Project

State Senator John Liu's support and proposed legislation provide a major boost for Steve Cohen's Metropolitan Park project, which includes a casino, entertainment complex, and connectivity improvements.

• State Senator John Liu announced legislation to reclassify parkland near Citi Field as commercial property, a critical step for the $8 billion Metropolitan Park project.
• The project, led by Mets owner Steve Cohen and Hard Rock International, aims to secure one of three downstate casino licenses to be awarded by the end of 2025.
• Cohen and Hard Rock pledged to build the Flushing Skypark, a pedestrian and bicycle bridge enhancing connectivity between Flushing and Willets Point.
• If the Skypark is not built, the developers have committed $100 million for infrastructure improvements to Flushing Meadows Corona Park
• Despite gaining Liu's support, the project faces opposition from State Senator Jessica Ramos and must compete with other high-profile casino proposals in New York City.

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