Plans for a Citi Field casino, which would also likely involve an associated entertainment complex, hit a snag when a key lawmaker said she would not introduce legislation to allow development to move forward. (more…)
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Citi Field development in the works?
The New York Mets made a slew of upgrades to their home for the 2022 season, but there are indications Citi Field development could be in the works–and potentially a new soccer stadium. (more…)
Willets Point Redevelopment Moving Forward
After years of uncertainty, it appears that a plan to redevelop the Willets Points neighborhood near Citi Field will move forward under new terms. (more…)
Mets Could Help Bring Islanders to Queens
The NHL’s New York Islanders are considering options for a new arena, and the New York Mets might help bring the team to Queens. (more…)
Mets owners to develop land near Citi Field
The owners of the New York Mets must not be too broke: they’re reportedly on tap as part of an investment group developing 20 acres adjacent to Citi Field. The 20 acres at Willets Point is currently home to scrapyards and auto-repair shops. It’s been a target of development efforts for years; its proximity to […]
Yankees, Mets still waiting on certificates of occupancy for new ballparks
This is a little embarrassing: the New York Yankees and the New York Mets have not received final certificates of occupancy for their new ballparks — both of which opened in 2009 — because of unleased space and unaddressed code violations. The new Yankee Stadium and Citi Field have been operating under a series of […]