Coney Island finally gets its own BID — and a July 2026 launch is now on the clock
Coney Island’s business improvement district will launch July 1, 2026, after supporters confirmed city approval. The BID will cover Mermaid and Surf avenues, aiming to fund sanitation, safety, and promotions through property owner assessments. The district includes over 350 businesses and about 50,000 residents. Boundaries stretch from the New York Aquarium to West 33rd Street.