Luna Park, which is managed by Alessandro Zamperla, president and CEO of Central Amusement International Inc., was excited that the bid by Thor Equities officially fell through.

“We want to give a huge thank you to everyone who made their voices heard,” the park posted on its Facebook page. “Whether you showed up at meetings, shared your thoughts, or simply stood with the community, this win belongs to you. A special shout-out to the tens of thousands of you who signed our petition — your voices made a powerful impact and helped carry this message all the way to decision-makers.”

The post also thanked the elected officials who voted against the casino, including Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, State Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton, Councilmember Justin Brannan, and Marissa Solomon, who was appointed to the CAC by Assemblymember Alec Brook-Krasny.

“You stood by us, and we’re clapping our rollercoaster-loving hands for you,” the post stated. “Coney Island is about joy, family fun, history, and heart — not high-stakes gambling. And thanks to all of you, that vision stays alive. The Cyclone keeps thrilling, the lights keep shining, and the magic continues — just the way it should.”

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