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Coney Island Development Corporation announces Workforce Outreach efforts for 2010 Season

March 31, 2010

The CIDC, in coordination with local community based organizations and in cooperation with local elected representatives, is pleased to announce workforce outreach efforts for the 2010 Season. Luna Park and Ringling Bros. are now hiring for full- and part-time seasonal positions.
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Summer 2010 Amusement Operation in Coney Island Unveiled

February 16, 2010

This afternoon, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg joined local elected officials and community leaders to announce that the City has designated an operator for the amusements in Coney Island and that, beginning THIS SUMMER, Central Amusements International will bring more than 20 new state-of-the-art amusement rides will be installed at America's Original Playground.
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Hope 2010 - The New York City Street Survey

January 8, 2010

On January 25, 2010, the NYC Department of Homeless Services will conduct the Homeless Outreach Population Estimate (HOPE). Just one night of your time will help collect vital information that is used by outreach teams to help homeless people leave the streets for a better life. Do your part in Coney.
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Community Blood Drive for Coney Island Hospital

January 5, 2010

Saturday, January 23, 2010 at South Brooklyn Youth Consortium. Your donation will help ensure that adequate blood products are available for local cancer and surgery patients, accident and trauma victims, newborn babies and many other patients in need.
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Exciting News - Amusement and Entertainment Operations

November 13, 2009

This morning, the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) announced the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for amusement and entertainment operations in Coney Island.
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Coney Island Lunch and Learn

November 6, 2009

This exciting program offers small business owners the opportunity to learn critical strategies in business ownership and how to apply them to what you do every day.
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AVP Seeks Volunteers for the AVP Crocs Tour Coney Island Open

June 11, 2009

The AVP Crocs Tour Coney Island brings professional volleyball to Coney Island once again this summer, from July 2-5, 2009. For more information or to volunteer to assist with the competition, please visit the Coney Island Fun Guide.

Community Board Public Hearing

March 2, 2009

As a part of the City's public review process (ULURP) for the Coney Island Comprehensive Rezoning Plan, Community Board 13 will be hosting a public hearing Tuesday, March 3, at Lincoln High School at 7pm.
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Exciting News - Astroland Donates Rocket to City

January 29, 2009

The Rocket will ultimately return to its historic home as the centerpiece of a new, revitalized amusement and entertainment district outlined in the City’s comprehensive plan for Coney Island.
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Exciting News - Redevelopment and Rezoning plan

January 20, 2009

I am writing with some very exciting news. The City Planning Commission today certified the submission of the City's comprehensive redevelopment and rezoning plan.
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