Referendum’s success brings Coney gambling closer—but only a little
New York voters’ approval of a referendum to expand casino gambling in the state could bring a Coney Island casino closer to reality – even though it’s quite a bit down the road.
The first phase would limit casinos to four upstate locations during the first seven years. Afterward, downstate sites could be proposed.
Outgoing Borough President Marty Markowitz has long been a champion of casino gambling in Coney Island.