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4w ago

City Backs Related-Led Bid to Run Central Park’s Wollman Rink, Sidestepping Trump Organization

The recommendation now faces a DOI background check followed by FCRC review before a final award.

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Overview

  • NYC Parks submitted entities tied to Related and partner CityPickle to the Department of Investigation for vetting, signaling its preferred operator.
  • Only two proposals were received for the long-term concession: one from Wollman Park Partners linked to Related and one from the Trump Organization.
  • Reports indicate the Related team offered higher revenue to the city than Trump’s bid, with sources expecting the selection to stand pending oversight.
  • The current Related-led operation generates roughly $3 million annually for the city, with the existing license scheduled to end in 2026.
  • The bidding followed Parks’ rejection of a $120 million Central Park Conservancy proposal to fund upgrades and run the rink, a move criticized by local officials.