DECEMBER 2008 |
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New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) is pleased to announce major economic development events that are taking place throughout New York City, including an RFP concerning the NYC Capital Access Revolving Loan Guarantee Program and newest developments in Willets Point, Queens land acquisitions.
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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Tully Construction Signs Property Acquisition in Willets Point
Tully Construction Inc, the largest business in Willets Point, signed a property acquisition agreement with NYCEDC, with an option agreement for land used by Tully Environmental Inc. and as a headquarters facility. The agreement gives the City about 10 additional acres on the 62 acre site. |
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Willets Point � Press Release > |
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Seeking Lending Institutions to Aid Micro and Small Businesses
An RFP was issued to identify commercial lenders and community-based financial institutions for participation in a business loan program created to help small businesses in the City. The NYC Capital Access Revolving Loan Guarantee Program will dedicate $5 million from City capital funds to guarantee up to 50% of eligible loans to businesses with up to 100 employees. All appropriate commercial and community banks and alternative lenders are encouraged to respond to the RFP. |
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Loan Program � Press Release > |
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Connecting Staten Island's Container Port to the National Rail Network
The collective efforts of the Port Authority of New York/New Jersey, NYCEDC and CSX Intermodal have introduced a dedicated intermodal train service on the Staten Island Railroad to and from the New York Container Terminal. By connecting Staten Island's container port to the national rail network, City workers and residents will benefit from less truck congestion on the streets and a dramatic cut in carbon dioxide emissions. |
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SI Railroad � Press Release > |
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Restoring Coney Island as a Legendary Amusement Destination
In anticipation of a comprehensive rezoning plan that will enter the public approvals process next year, the City and the Coney Island Development Corporation (CIDC) have been moving forward with efforts to preserve and enhance Coney Island's historic amusement core. In November, CIDC exhibited at the IAAPA Attractions Expo, the world's preeminent amusement industry convention. CIDC gathered information and established industry contacts that will help inform both interim and long-term plans for new entertainment uses in Coney Island. |
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Coney Island � Press Release > |
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Developing a Vision for Staten Island's North Shore
PB Americas was selected to head a consultant team that will study land use and transportation issues on the North Shore of Staten Island. The North Shore Study will create a framework and long-term vision and planning implementation strategy to assure thoughtful and sustainable development for the 3.5-square-mile area of privately- and publicly-owned property. It will also research the potential for reuse of the North Shore Rail right-of-way and other transportation improvements. |
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North Shore Study � 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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