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New York City Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce major economic development events that are taking place throughout New York City, including private investment in Harlem and the opening of a historic public facility in Queens.
Brought to you by New York City Economic Development Corporation, NYCVISION provides the latest news and information on economic development initiatives that are contributing to the City's growth across the five boroughs. We encourage you to visit our website, www.nycedc.com to learn more about how we work to help companies Make It Here.
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| NEWS HIGHLIGHTS |
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Queens Park Opens New Pool and Ice Rink
The largest indoor recreational facility ever built in a New York City park recently opened in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. NYCEDC and the Department of Parks and Recreation opened the 110,000 square foot facility which houses an Olympic size pool and an NHL regulation size ice rink. NYCEDC's Capital Program department managed the design and construction of this state of the art facility. |
| Flushing Pool Press Release > |
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Arrival of Major League Baseball Provides Boost to Harlem
New York City Industrial Development Agency (NYCIDA) approved assistance for the development of the first new Class A commercial tower in Upper Manhattan, Harlem Park. The office and retail tower will be home to Major League Baseball's new cable broadcasting system, the MLB Network, and will house up to 2,390 tenant employees. The building will include 513,000 square feet of office space, 58,000 square feet of retail space and will enhance further growth along the 125th Street corridor. |
| NYCIDA Press Release > |
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Converse Steps into Expanded Office Space
Nike subsidiary, Converse, Inc. recently renewed its 23,200 square foot lease at 28 W. 23rd Street and leased an additional two floors totaling 70,000 square feet. Converse will now occupy the top three floors of the 12-story landmark building, which is also home to The Home Depot, Mark Ecko Enterprizes, Interpublic and Mattel. |
| Converse News Article > |
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Study to Ensure Sustainable Growth on Staten Island
NYCEDC and the Department of City Planning recently selected Urbitran Associates as the lead consultant to advance the West Shore Study, aimed at ensuring future growth is sustainable and meets the needs of a growing Staten Island. The Study Area is nearly 10 square miles in size and covers roughly 12 miles of shoreline and the future Fresh Kills Parks. |
| Staten Island Press Release > |
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| SEEKING PROPOSALS |
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A number of unique and exciting projects are available through NYCEDC, offering companies the opportunity to add to the changing face of the City. Respective RFP's can be found below and contain distinct information related to the scope of service, scheduled site visits, Q&A's and submission deadlines. |
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| LEASING OPPORTUNITIES |
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From time to time, leasing opportunities become available for city-owned properties. Find more information about current opportunities below. |
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