{"id":36015,"date":"2025-02-22T16:02:10","date_gmt":"2025-02-22T16:02:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vosa.tv\/eng\/?p=36015"},"modified":"2025-02-22T16:02:10","modified_gmt":"2025-02-22T16:02:10","slug":"mayor-adams-announces-bold-new-vision-for-coney-island-including-1500-new-units-of-mixed-income-housing-new-investment-in-public-realm-and-community-amenities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vosa.tv\/eng\/archives\/36015","title":{"rendered":"Mayor Adams announces bold new vision for Coney Island, including 1,500 new units of mixed-income housing, new investment in public realm and community amenities"},"content":{"rendered":"

NEWYORK: New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the next phase of an ambitious, bold new vision for Coney Island, Brooklyn that will deliver 1,500 new homes and invest in the reconstruction of the historic Riegelmann Boardwalk.<\/strong><\/p>\n

In addition, the city will invest in new streets, sewers, and public realm improvements, including a $42 million renovation of the Abe Stark Sports Center. First announced in Mayor Adams\u2019 fourth state of the city address\u00a0last month, today\u2019s news builds on the Adams administration\u2019s commitment to advance bold, forward-looking housing projects, like Coney Island West, to make New York City the best, most affordable place to raise a family.<\/p>\n

\u201cConey Island is America\u2019s playground \u2014 home to iconic venues and parks, countless small businesses, and a hard-working community. Our administration is advancing a vision to turn this waterfront district into a great place to live, work, and play, contributing to making New York City the best place to raise a family,\u201d said\u00a0Mayor Adams.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are delivering mixed-income affordable housing, investing $42 million to renovate Abe Stark Sports Center, and making significant improvements across streets, sewers, and the public realm. Coney Island\u2019s best days still lie ahead, and today, we are starting the next chapter of its bright future.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cFrom day one, the Adams administration has been steadfast in its commitment to addressing the housing crisis across all five boroughs,\u201d said\u00a0<\/strong>First Deputy Mayor Torres-Springer.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur new vision to transform historic Coney Island builds on more than 15 years of reinvestment by the city and will bring hundreds of affordable homes, along with improvements to community assets and infrastructure. This initiative strengthens our promise to ensure that New Yorkers can raise their families in the world\u2019s greatest city.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cConey Island is a historic, one-of-a-kind amusement district that offers fun for all ages, and we are thrilled to transform the area into a place where New Yorkers can live, learn, work, and play year-round,\u201d said\u00a0New York City Economic Development (NYCEDC) President and CEO Andrew Kimball.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe projects underway in Coney Island West will bring hundreds of new, affordable homes to the community, and it helps deliver on the mayor\u2019s commitment to consider all publicly owned lots for new housing development.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cAs both an iconic summer destination and a vibrant residential neighborhood, Coney Island is an example of how beautiful, well maintained public spaces make our communities more dynamic, livable, and welcoming for all,\u201d said\u00a0New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Commissioner Sue Donoghue. \u201cThese improvements to the iconic Riegelmann Boardwalk and the Abe Stark Sports Center will help ensure that New Yorkers and visitors can enjoy all that Coney Island has to offer for generations to come, reaping all the mental and physical health benefits of time outdoors.<\/p>\n

By giving New Yorkers the affordable, accessible, and engaging public spaces and recreation options they deserve, we continue to make New York City the best place to raise a family.\u201d<\/p>\n

The NYCEDC released a request for proposals (RFP) for \u201cparcel A\u201d,\u00a0\u00a0an 80,000-square foot city-owned site located on Surf Avenue between West 21st and West 22nd Streets, west of the iconic Coney Island Amusement District.<\/p>\n

The future development of Parcel A will bring more than 500 mixed-income homes \u2014 25 percent of which will be affordable \u2014 and ground-floor retail to the site. The city is seeking developers who share a vision for inclusive, sustainable growth that honors Coney Island\u2019s rich history and contributes to the neighborhood\u2019s ongoing revitalization.<\/p>\n

To further support the neighborhood\u2019s growth, the city will renovate Abe Stark Sports Center and the world-famous Coney Island boardwalk by enhancing the public realm and building new streets and utilities.<\/p>\n

The Abe Stark Center renovation will include a new entrance and signage on the boardwalk, improved ice-skating facilities, and other amenities. A\u00a0request for quote\u00a0(RFQ) has been released for a design-build team to lead the renovation. The boardwalk\u2019s reconstruction will take place in phases and incorporate coastal resilience features, including elevation.<\/p>\n

Additionally, the city will advance the development of approximately 1,500 new homes on city-owned sites near the ballpark, boardwalk, and Abe Stark Center, beginning with Parcel A. Development of this area, known as \u201cConey Island West,\u201d began with the construction of two affordable housing projects \u2014 Surf Vets Place and Raven Hall \u2014 which opened in 2019 and 2022, respectively.<\/p>\n

An additional affordable housing project \u2014 Luna Green \u2014 is currently under construction on the same block and another residential building is in the planning phase. New streets \u2014 including Ocean Way and Parachute Way \u2014 will accompany development, and ground-floor retail will provide new neighborhood amenities. The result will be a vibrant beachfront district where Coney residents and visitors live, work, and play.<\/p>\n

To prepare for extreme weather, the city is actively working to advance a series of shoreline enhancements along Coney Island Creek to protect against rising sea levels and the impacts of climate change.<\/p>\n

Currently, thanks to a $2.1 million Federal Emergency Management Agency grant, the city is looking to mitigate upland flooding and enhance infrastructure around the creek.<\/p>\n

This year, Mayor Adams is doubling down on his commitment to build more affordable housing across the five boroughs. In his fourth state of the city address last month, Mayor Adams unveiled the \u201cManhattan Plan,\u201d which will create 100,000 new homes in the borough, bringing the total number of homes in Manhattan to 1 million over the next decade.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe City of New York has touted Coney Island\u2019s amusement and tourism role as America\u2019s Playground since the dawn of time. That\u2019s great! But we need to look out for the people who call Coney Island home 12 months out of the year and not just the visitors in the summertime,\u201d said\u00a0New York City Councilmember Justin Brannan.<\/p>\n

\u201cThat\u2019s been my message since I started representing Coney Island in the City Council, and that\u2019s why I\u2019m so proud to help announce the Coney Island West RFP. This is the kind of investment it takes to make sure housing is available and truly affordable to the people of and from our community, and that great jobs and shopping are accessible to the people who live and breathe that\u00a0Coney Island sea breeze\u00a0every single\u00a0day. From 500+ new mixed income units to a brand new Abe Stark Sports Center, I\u2019m proud that the work we are beginning today will always prioritize the\u00a0needs of community\u00a0over everything else. This is a big win and a great day for the future of Coney Island.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cConey Island has long been a symbol of resilience, culture, and community,\u201d said\u00a0Randy Peers, president, Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith its unique blend of history, entertainment, and innovation, it continues to be a cornerstone of Brooklyn\u2019s identity. The renovation of the historic boardwalk, the upgrades to the Abe Stark Sports Complex, and the introduction of a brand-new mixed-income development will bring new life to this beloved area, blending its rich history with a bright future.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI am very excited to see developments in Coney Island that will continue to enhance the area,\u201d said\u00a0Dennis Vourderis, vice president, Denos Wonder Wheel Park.<\/p>\n

\u201cBuilding new housing that will bring more families to the people\u2019s playground is a welcome addition. Much needed infrastructure improvements to the area is fantastic news!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe strength and resilience of Coney Island’s residents and small businesses is what has driven the public and the\u00a0private sector to partner, plan and actualize its resurgence as both a must-see attraction for millions of visitors and liveable neighborhood for tens of thousands of New Yorkers.\u201d\u00a0said\u00a0<\/em>Daniel Murphy, executive director, The Alliance for Coney Island.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe look forward to continuing to welcome new neighbors and retail businesses to this most famous and friendly New York City waterfront community.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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