A plan to bring one of the casino licenses to Coney Island appears to be dead in the water after several community council members revealed they would be voting no, including one local lawmaker.

On Monday, State Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton announced in a press release that she would be voting against the proposal, citing an overwhelmingly negative community reaction.

“After taking part in two public hearings regarding this application, reading countless testimonies, and meeting with and hearing from my constituents about their thoughts, perspectives, and concerns regarding this application, I have decided to vote in opposition,” said the Democrat who represents the North Shore and parts of Coney Island.

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