A proposed redevelopment plan for the MGM Empire City Casino in Yonkers has sparked concerns among local residents.

The plan, which would bring one of three state-issued gaming licenses to Yonkers, is expected to generate over $41 million in annual tax revenue and more than $1 billion in economic activity. It would also create thousands of high-paying jobs.

However, residents are worried that the plan will negatively impact their quality of life, citing concerns over traffic, garbage, and safety. They feel that the proposal ignores the structural capacity of the surrounding neighborhoods, which are primarily single and two-family homes.

The law firm representing the project has announced that it will release a final impact statement addressing all concerns before the project moves forward.