The New York City Council did not vote on a measure needed to advance Bally’s proposed Bronx casino, leaving the project’s next step uncertain. The $600 million plan requires a city home-rule message before state lawmakers can change the site’s permitted use; the Council was due to meet again on June 11.
Without the Council’s action, Bally’s cannot advance its bid for a downstate New York casino licence.
| Date | Company | Amount | Story | Appeal status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Related Cos, Wynn Resorts | Not stated | New York City planning commission advances Western Rail Yards rezoning for proposed Wynn casino | Not stated | |
| Bally’s | Not stated | Bronx Community Board 10 opposes Bally’s proposed casino complex 29-5 | Not stated |
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