New York Mayor Eric Adams is proposing changes to zoning laws which would make it easier for casinos to locate in New York City.Ī number of other industry heavyweights have already set their stalls out for how they would use one of the three New York licences. Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano added: “This is a momentous opportunity for the City of Yonkers and I'm excited for the future, knowing the development of MGM Empire City will create thousands of good-paying union jobs and the economic growth that will ensure our city continues to flourish and prosper.” New York casino battle brews

MGM president and CEO Bill Hornbuckle said the redevelopment would be a “game-changer for the entire region.”

“The commercial license is also expected to spark more than US$1bn in new economic activity for the region.” It said: “A full commercial gaming license will allow MGM Resorts to offer a casino experience that is competitive to the offerings of neighbouring states, deterring the current flow of entertainment dollars from New York to gaming and entertainment properties in other states. The company added it remains “committed to continuing racing operations” at Empire City Casino’s Yonkers Raceway. MGM Empire City would “substantially boost” the property’s workforce with thousands of new jobs and over 10,000 anticipated indirect and induced jobs, the company said. MGM also plans to incorporate a BetMGM Sportsbook & Lounge into the reworked property.

But plans to rebrand it as MGM Empire City would see live dealer table games, slot machines and a high-limit gaming area added. The video lottery terminal racino in Yonkers has been active since 2006 and was acquired by MGM in 2019. MGM Resorts International has unveiled plans to transform its Empire City Casino in New York into a “full-scale commercial casino” if it secures one of the three commercial casino licences currently up for bid.

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