New York City Mayor Eric Adams is considering a veto of the City Council’s 29-9 vote against Bally’s Bronx land-use application. His deputy press secretary said the mayor supports a competitive process and is reviewing his options; Bally’s is seeking one of three downstate New York gaming concessions.
A veto could allow Bally’s Bronx proposal to continue in the competition for a downstate New York casino concession.
| Date | Company | Amount | Story | Appeal status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bally’s | USD 4,000,000,000 | New York Gaming Commission expects to award up to three downstate casino licences | Not stated | |
| Thor Equities, Saratoga Casino Holdings | Not stated | New York City Council approves Coney Island casino rezoning 36-11 | Not stated | |
| Bally’s | USD 600,000,000 | New York City Council delays vote on Bally’s Bronx casino proposal | Not stated | |
| Bally’s | Not stated | Bally’s chairman alleges Trump link is hurting New York casino bid | Not stated | |
| Related Cos, Wynn Resorts | Not stated | New York City planning commission advances Western Rail Yards rezoning for proposed Wynn casino | Not stated |
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