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Business Wire
28-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Caesars Palace Times Square to Fund High-Tech EMS Ambucycle™ Program: Innovative Lifesaving Response Model To Dramatically Reduce Emergency Response Times Set to Come to Hell's Kitchen and West Midtown
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Caesars Palace Times Square announced an unprecedented partnership with United Hatzalah, a volunteer-based emergency medical service organization, to launch its 24/7 Ambucycle™ EMS response program in Hell's Kitchen from 40th to 53rd Street and 6th to 10th Avenue, if awarded a gaming license from the State of New York at the end of the year. Caesars Palace Times Square is the joint bid from SL Green, Caesars Entertainment, Roc Nation, and Live Nation to bring a state-of-the-art gaming and entertainment destination to 1515 Broadway. Hell's Kitchen and Times Square present unique public safety challenges – welcoming more than 300,000 visitors daily, making the area one of the city's most medically complex zones. While New York City's EMS professionals are highly trained and experienced, ambulance response in the area presents several challenges. In cardiac emergencies, a delay of even two minutes can mean the difference between life and death. With a foundational investment from Caesars Palace Times Square, this initiative will provide rapid-response emergency care through trained EMT volunteers on foot, bikes, and Ambucycles™ – United Hatzalah's A.I. enabled, GPS-tracked, EMS-licensed rapid response vehicles. The program will dispatch trained professionals to stabilize patients before ambulances arrive, reduce the operational load on FDNY EMS, save tax dollars, and build long-term volunteer EMS capacity in NYC. The initiative will aim to reduce emergency response times from over 12 minutes to under 5 minutes, with sub-3-minute response targets during peak hours. 'For the past four years, Caesars Palace Times Square has worked tirelessly to meet with our community and local stakeholders to hear how we can improve the lives of New Yorkers with this once-in-a-lifetime project,' said Brett Herschenfeld, EVP of SL Green. 'During a Town Hall with Manhattan Plaza, we heard about the need for better emergency access on the West Side – and that never left our minds. When we learned about United Hatzalah and their rapid emergency response success in Tel Aviv, we recognized that we could bring this solution to New York for the first time and save lives.' United Hatzalah is a global leader in volunteer-based emergency medical response, best known for pioneering the world's fastest EMS system in Israel. With a network of over 8,000 trained paramedics and EMTs, United Hatzalah responds to more than 2,200 emergencies daily, achieving average response times of under three minutes, and as fast as 90 seconds in dense urban centers. Their model combines community-based volunteers, micro-mobility responders, and proprietary GPS-enabled dispatch technology to deliver lifesaving care ahead of traditional ambulance arrival. 'Hell's Kitchen and Times Square are some of the most complex medical emergency areas in the world, and United Hatzalah is equipped for the challenge,' said Dovie Maisel CEO of United Hatzalah Innovation. 'We look forward to working with Caesars Palace Times Square to help bring our work to one of New York City's busiest neighborhoods. We are eager to support the city's existing services and get more people the emergency care they need.' This initiative will supplement New York City's 911 system without replacing or rerouting any existing services and embed Smart AED cabinets and GPS-based dispatch systems across Hell's Kitchen and Times Square. The program is part of Caesar Palace Times Square's broader $250 million public benefit investment, which includes a more than $80 million public safety plan, along with workforce support and health equity initiatives across Times Square and surrounding neighborhoods. About Caesars Palace Times Square Caesars Palace Times Square has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest in Times Square and New York City with its significant commitments to public security, sanitation, and live performances as well as partnerships with neighboring theaters, restaurants, hotels, and landlords. Caesars Palace Times Square will revitalize and reenergize New York's economic engine and cultural capital. SL Green Realty, Caesars Entertainment, Roc Nation, and Live Nation are partnered on a bid to win one of three new gaming licenses and convert the existing office building at 1515 Broadway into a state-of-the-art, world-class gaming and entertainment destination.
Business Wire
27-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
SL Green, Caesars Entertainment, Roc Nation and Live Nation Submit Proposal For Caesars Palace Times Square, a World-Class Hotel and Gaming Destination in the World's Most Iconic Entertainment District
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- TIMES SQUARE — Today, SL Green, Caesars Entertainment, Roc Nation and Live Nation submitted the official proposal for Caesars Palace Times Square (CPTS), formally kicking off a bid to bring the world's top gaming, entertainment and hotel venue to the heart of the iconic Times Square entertainment district. The proposal would transform an existing office building at 1515 Broadway into a 992-room, five-star hotel, with restaurants featuring local and international culinary innovation, a wellness retreat, world-class gaming and the hottest nightclubs and entertainment curated by Roc Nation. Designed to create transformative excess demand for local hotel rooms, restaurants, retail and entertainment, CPTS will create an economic halo effect for hundreds of existing establishments in neighboring communities, driving more than $26 billion in new spending. By adaptively re-using an existing building easily accessible by more forms of public transportation than any other bidder, CPTS takes an approach that is both the most sustainable and fastest to market. The coalition supporting the bid now includes more than 200 organizations and businesses including local restaurants, hotels, residents, unions and Broadway stakeholders who stand to benefit from—rather than compete with—this exciting new project. Benefits include: $250 million in community benefits: Caesars Palace Times Square is committing $250 million directly to community projects. That will include a transformative, $81 million public safety plan for the surrounding neighborhood designed by former NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton. It also includes $15 million for a new civil rights museum spearheaded by the Civil Rights Foundation, the establishment of the Manhattan Plaza Capital Trust and $5 million to support the development of the Callen-Lorde Center for Excellence in Sexual Health. $225 million for Broadway: More than 835,000 additional Broadway tickets are projected to be sold annually as a result of the project's boost to demand overall, generating $124 million in annual revenue. Additionally, Broadway workers stand to gain tremendously from direct community investment, including a $32 million investment in child care, student and medical debt assistance, and rent support for Broadway workers as well as $20 million to purchase Broadway tickets for underserved families. Unprecedented revenue for City and State: As the fastest-to-market new gaming proposal, Caesars Palace Times Square is projected to generate transformative economic benefits for New York City and State, with over $7 billion in direct tax and fee revenue and $26.7 billion in local economic impact in its first ten years alone. Thousands of direct, good-paying jobs: The project will directly support more than 3,000 construction jobs and 3,800 permanent CPTS jobs, the vast majority of which are unionized and will be filled by New Yorkers. These permanent hospitality jobs have an average compensation of approximately $120,000 a year when factoring in tips and Caesars' comprehensive benefits. An economic halo effect: CPTS creates long-term demand far beyond its own supply: guests are expected to generate excess demand for more than 13 million meals annually at local restaurants, over 2,400 hotel rooms each night in surrounding hotels, and more than $880 million in incremental annual retail purchases. Through the Caesars Rewards program, over 165 local businesses have already partnered to accept rewards points to ensure the project uplifts the existing Times Square economy rather than competing with it. Ownership Diversity: By utilizing Cadre's unparalleled platform for reaching various individual investors at all income levels, in partnership with Rev. Al Sharpton, CPTS will empower local New York households with opportunities starting as low as $500. Historically, real estate investment has been out of reach for low-income New Yorkers, who have been underserved from opportunities of this scale. By New Yorkers, for New Yorkers: CPTS is a project built by New Yorkers with deep roots in the city—led by SL Green, Manhattan's largest office landlord; Caesars Entertainment, which operates a successful sportsbook delivering significant tax revenues in New York; Roc Nation, the global entertainment powerhouse founded in New York by Jay-Z; and Live Nation, the world's leading live entertainment company with a longstanding presence in Times Square through existing venues. The project is more than just a speculative venture by outsiders—it's a seamless addition to our state's economic and cultural engine that uplifts local businesses, honors neighborhood character, promotes diversity, and strengthens the future of Times Square for all New Yorkers. Commitment to responsible gaming: Caesars will bring its pioneering and well-recognized programs to mitigate problem gambling to CPTS. The programs are guided by the philosophy of ensuring that every guest enjoys their gaming experience for the right reason; to simply have fun. Caesars continues to set the standard for Responsible Gaming in the industry. CPTS goes a step further by committing to having no gaming activity on the ground floor, nor will any tables or gaming devices be visible from the street. Key stats for Caesars Palace Times Square: $5.4 billion in total direct investment $23.2 billion+ in Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) in the first 10 years of operation 3,800+ permanent jobs at CPTS, the vast majority to be filled by New Yorkers 3,000+ construction jobs $7 billion in direct tax revenue in the first 10 years of operation $26.7 billion in local economic activity in the first 10 years of operation 992 hotel rooms, 150,000+ square feet of gaming, Caesars Sportsbook at The 40/40 Club, the luxurious Qua Baths & Spa Restaurants from renowned chefs including Daniel Boulud, Gordon Ramsay, Bobby Flay, Melba Wilson and Lucali's Reimagined and newly renovated Broadway theater 'Today's submission represents years of hard work, partnership, and belief in New York City's future,' said Brett Herschenfeld, Executive Vice President of SL Green Realty and project lead. 'Caesars Palace Times Square is the only proposal that can be delivered quickly, is transit-accessible and sustainable while maximizing economic impact for New Yorkers. Most importantly, it's the only one designed the New York way: prioritizing community investment and collaboration over competition in the heart of New York City. We're proud to stand with Caesars, Roc Nation and Live Nation to deliver a world-class entertainment and gaming destination that strengthens Times Square and serves all New Yorkers.' 'Caesars Palace Times Square builds on a long history of building world-class destinations that drive tourism, create jobs, and deliver lasting value to the communities we serve,' said Thomas R. Reeg, CEO of Caesars Entertainment. 'New Yorkers have the opportunity to do something truly extraordinary right in the heart of the most iconic entertainment district in the world. This proposal brings together an unmatched location, unmatched access, and unmatched team to deliver a project worthy of New York.' 'Caesars Palace Times Square is about more than gaming—it's about investing in the soul of New York City,' said Desiree Perez, CEO of Roc Nation. 'This unbeatable project will bring new energy to the heart of Manhattan while expanding opportunities for local businesses, artists, and residents. Roc Nation is proud to be part of a team that's building something so inclusive and deeply connected to the people and our NYC community.' 'When we talk about this project, SL Green and Caesars building a casino here in Times Square — it's nothing but smart,' said Mike Hellstrom, Vice President and Eastern Regional Manager, LIUNA/Mason Tenders/Local 79. 'It's the best bet that New York can make in authorising and approving a casino license: right here in Times Square.' "I am proud to support Caesars Palace Times Square because I understand how it will benefit New Yorkers across the city and create opportunity for all of our communities," said Assembly Member Jordan Wright. "My constituents wake up every day facing an affordability crisis that threatens to push them out of the city they've called home for generations. This project will face that crisis head-on – it's a lifeline for working-class New Yorkers that will provide thousands of good-paying union jobs and bring in new revenue and long-term economic stability for working people – not just in Midtown, but in every borough." 'For the largest local union of musicians in the world and others, the choice is clear: it's Caesars Palace Times Square,' said Harvey Mars, Recording Vice President of Local 802 AFM. 'There is no Times Square without a thriving Broadway, and this project will not only create desperately needed jobs for our members, but also bring critical benefits like student debt assistance, rental aid, and childcare support – helping artists survive and thrive in New York City. The team behind the project has committed to becoming a true partner to everyone in the live performance community when they win a gaming license including Broadway's theater owners, producers, stagehands, charitable organizations and the millions who come to Times Square to enjoy our shows, and that's why we're proud to say yes to Caesars Palace Times Square.' 'SL Green has made it clear that they intend to be good neighbors and collaborators. They've put in considerable effort to genuinely understand the ecosystem they're entering so they can become positive contributors to a better Times Square and a better Broadway – better for New Yorkers, better for visitors, and better for the Equity actors and stage managers who make Broadway the premier destination it is.' – Actors' Equity Association 'The day Caesars Palace Times Square gets the green light is the day we unlock thousands of local, good-paying jobs,' said Dajaire Blunt, member of LIUNA. 'This project is a once-in-a-generation chance to revitalize one of the most iconic neighborhoods in the world. The hardworking union construction workers support Caesars Palace Times Square and we are ready to get to work.' 'Laborers are the skilled hands and proud hearts that built New York City and we are excited about Caesars Palace Times Square,' said Noel Holliday, member of LIUNA. 'The folks behind Caesars Palace Times Square have shown us real respect – with commitments to local hiring, apprenticeship programs, and union labor from start to finish. We are ready to support this project and back that commitment up with real work." 'Caesars Palace Times Square represents more than just a project – it's an investment in the working people who keep New York running,' said John Santos, Secretary-Treasurer of 32BJ SEIU. 'By creating thousands of good-paying union jobs across the trades and service industry, this project offers real careers, real benefits, and real respect for labor. SL Green, Caesars Entertainment, and Roc Nation have been at the table with unions from day one, and their commitment to local hiring and union jobs is exactly what New York City needs.' "As a restaurateur and small business owner, I am proud to support Caesars Palace Times Square because I know it will benefit restaurants across our city and help our industry and communities thrive," said Beatrice Ajaero, Founder and Owner of Nneji."This project will help drive more customers to restaurants across the city and with the best-in-class Caesars rewards program, they are making it easy for all of us to support each other. This project is a win-win and I am excited to see it support communities from Times Square, to Astoria, and beyond." 'Times Square has always thrived when all of its partners collaborate for the benefit of all,' said Matt Goldman, Executive Director of The Town Hall, a historic, nonprofit venue in Times Square. 'This project brings more audiences, more support, and more investment to the existing venues that define this neighborhood. We enthusiastically support Caesar's bid to make the engine of New York City's economy and culture even stronger and more vibrant.' "As someone who was born, bred, and buttered in Harlem, a small business owner, and President Emeritus of the NYC Hospitality Alliance, I'm proud to support Caesars Palace Times Square," said Melba Wilson, Founder of Melba's Restaurants."As a lifelong New Yorker, I've seen firsthand what our city has endured in recent years, and I believe that Caesars Palace Times Square will help energize and revitalize the city for the future. This project will spark new tourism and economic activity for restaurants across the five boroughs. Thanks to unmatched access to public transportation, visitors heading to Caesars Palace Times Square can easily make their way around the five boroughs to dine at one of the over 20,000 eateries in the city – just as the union workers building and working in it can head home with ease after a day's work." "On behalf of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and our more than 40 hotels throughout New York City, we are proud to back the Caesars Palace Times Square bid," said Maire Griffin, Senior Vice President of Global Communications at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts."As a fellow New Yorker, one thing is clear: Times Square is the epicenter of entertainment in New York City, a global magnet drawing millions of visitors annually, and of all of the casino proposal locations, Times Square makes the most sense as an established hub for tourism. Wyndham's franchisees look forward to sharing our warm Wyndham welcome with all of the new visitors this facility will attract, and we are more than ready to accommodate these guests making sure they can experience all Times Square has to offer." 'New York City's hospitality industry is powered by hardworking servers, cooks, bartenders, dishwashers and more who've kept this city going through its toughest times. Caesars Palace Times Square is the reward they deserve, and they were proud to show up today,' said Andrew Rigie, Executive Director of the NYC Hospitality Alliance. 'It will bring new customers, new energy, and most importantly, new jobs to the heart of our hospitality sector. And by bringing powerful Caesars Rewards partnership opportunities to New York restaurants and bars, our local businesses will see the direct benefit of this transformative project.' 'At the New York State Latino Restaurant Association, we are proud to support Caesars Palace Times Square,' said Sandra Jaquez, New York State Latino Restaurant Association. 'Our mission is to uplift and empower minority- and immigrant-owned restaurants through partnerships that fuel recovery and long-term growth and we see this project as a partner that will do exactly that. Caesars Palace Times Square will bring new foot traffic, tourism, and economic vitality to the businesses that make this city thrive.' 'Callen-Lorde is proud to support Caesars Palace Times Square because we believe in its commitment to not only the LGBTQ+ community, but communities across New York,' said Donnie Roberts, Executive Vice President for Development and Communications at Callen-Lorde. 'This project's $5 million investment will help us build a new Callen-Lorde Center for Excellence in Sexual Health in Hell's Kitchen, expanding access to critical services like rapid STI and HIV testing and PrEP. We're ready to say yes to Caesars Palace Times Square and hit the ground running to provide culturally competent, compassionate care to even more New Yorkers.' To see and download the full executive summary of the bid, click here. For high-resolution renderings of the Caesars Palace Times Square project, click here. Please note: Images should be credited with either: "Image by Binyan Studios' "Image by Motiv' or "Image by Atlantic Pictures.' The corresponding image credit is noted in the file name.
Business Wire
25-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Caesars Palace Times Square Partners with Rev. Al Sharpton and Ryan Williams, Founder of Cadre, on Historic Inclusive Ownership Opportunities for U.S. Gaming
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Caesars Palace Times Square today announced its partnership with Reverend Al Sharpton and Ryan Williams, founder of one of the leading global digital real estate investment platforms, Cadre, to pursue a historic inclusive ownership model for U.S. gaming. Caesars Palace Times Square is the bid from SL Green Realty Corp, Caesars Entertainment, and Roc Nation to bring a state-of-the-art gaming and entertainment destination to 1515 Broadway in Times Square. 'Thanks to the leadership and vision of JAY-Z, we believe that for the very first time our community will not only have a seat at the table but also the opportunity to have a stake in the ownership of Caesars Palace Times Square,' said Rev. Al Sharpton. 'A New York casino belongs in Times Square and it should be designed to benefit all New Yorkers. That's why I'm a supporter of Caesars Palace Times Square.' This effort will enable local households to participate in this transformative project with accessible investment opportunities starting at $500. Williams, who has previously raised billions of dollars through innovative platforms he founded, including Cadre, is committed to removing barriers that have historically prevented low-income New Yorkers from accessing large-scale real estate investments. By coupling Rev. Sharpton's deep community ties with Williams' proven experience using technology to raise and invest capital over the course of more than 20 years, the partnership has the potential to transform equitable ownership from an aspiration into an actionable, measurable reality. 'This initiative overcomes longstanding barriers,' said Ryan Williams, founder of Cadre. 'Through the Rev's extensive network and our shared dedication to economic inclusion, we will move from promises to real progress, delivering tangible investor education and meaningful equity investment opportunities for everyday New Yorkers. More than a decade ago, I introduced a model that expanded real estate investment opportunities to a broader audience. Now, we are applying this approach to one of the most ambitious developments of our generation, with the goal of opening doors to financial opportunity for more New Yorkers than ever before.' 'We are honored to partner with Rev. Al Sharpton and Ryan Williams to democratize our investment, providing access to families normally left out of investment opportunities,' said SL Green Chairman and CEO Marc Holliday. 'In every aspect, Caesars Palace Times Square is being designed to ensure its benefit is shared with communities across New York City.' This partnership builds upon Caesars Entertainment's more than 25 years of commitment to supporting the wellbeing of people and the communities in which they operate. Caesars Entertainment adds considerable economic value wherever they are—boosting city and state economies through the taxes, wages, and benefits they pay and the contribution to local tourism. In 2024, Caesars Entertainment created $10 billion in economic value distributed to its stakeholders with its total community investment reaching more than $71 million. Caesars Palace Times Square is the only gaming proposal designed the New York way. The proposal would re-use an existing office building at 1515 Broadway, located in the heart of New York City's iconic entertainment district, and will be designed with a limited number of restaurants and hotel rooms to create excess demand for dozens of existing establishments in neighboring communities. The coalition supporting the bid now includes more than 200 organizations and businesses including local restaurants, hotels, residents, unions and Broadway stakeholders who stand to benefit from—rather than compete with—this exciting new project. About Caesars Palace Times Square New York City has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest in Times Square and New York City with significant commitments to public security, sanitation, and live performances as well as partnerships with neighboring theaters, restaurants, hotels, and landlords. Caesars Palace Times Square will revitalize and reenergize New York's economic engine and cultural capital. SL Green Realty, Caesars Entertainment, and Roc Nation are partnered on a bid to win one of three new gaming licenses and convert the existing office building at 1515 Broadway into a state with a world-class gaming and entertainment destination. About Reverend Al Sharpton Internationally renowned civil rights leader the Rev. Al Sharpton has dedicated his life to the fight for justice and equality. He has been a tireless advocate for everything from police reform and accountability to protection of voting rights and education equality. Connecting the dots between domestic challenges in a global context, Rev. Sharpton often addresses international audiences and issues impacting people around the globe. Rev. Sharpton often says, 'We have progressed tremendously as a nation since the days of slavery, but discrimination and inequality saturate society in modern ways.' Rev. Sharpton does precisely that in all aspects of his life. From anchoring the weekly MSNBC show 'Politics Nation,' to hosting the national radio shows 'Keepin' it Real' and 'The Hour of Power,' as well as a weekly Saturday rally broadcast, he utilizes his multiple platforms to highlight issues and stories that would otherwise fall under the radar. About Ryan Williams, Founder of Cadre Ryan Williams is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of Cadre, an innovative real estate investment platform dedicated to democratizing access to large-scale investment opportunities. Leveraging technology and his extensive network, Ryan has successfully raised billions of dollars in capital, facilitating transformative investments nationwide and empowering underserved communities to build generational wealth.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Caesars Palace Times Square Announces $5 Million Commitment to Support Services and Build a New Callen-Lorde Center for Excellence in Sexual Health
As NYC STI rates reach a 30-year high, new health center would serve Hell's Kitchen community NEW YORK, June 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Caesars Palace Times Square, the bid from SL Green, Caesars Entertainment, and Roc Nation to bring a state-of-the-art gaming and entertainment destination to 1515 Broadway in Times Square, announced a $2 million commitment to support Callen-Lorde's existing services in Chelsea and a $3 million commitment to Callen-Lorde Community Health Center for a new Center for Excellence in Sexual Health. The center, located in Hell's Kitchen, will be designed to expand access to rapid, high-quality HIV and STI care. The commitment is contingent on the Caesars Palace Times Square bid successfully obtaining one of three downstate gaming licenses. New York City is experiencing a surge in sexually transmitted infections, with STI rates reaching 30-year highs. While expanded testing post-COVID explains part of this increase, it also underscores a persistent gap in access to timely diagnosis and treatment—particularly among LGBTQ+ New Yorkers and BIPOC communities. These populations continue to bear the disproportionate burden of both HIV and STIs, with Black and Latino men accounting for 81% of new HIV diagnoses in 2019 and transgender women of color comprising 90% of new diagnoses among transgender individuals between 2015 and 2019. "The team behind Caesars Palace Times Square has taken a real and genuine interest in the health and wellbeing of the Hell's Kitchen community," said Patrick McGovern, Chief Executive Officer of Callen-Lorde. "With this funding, Callen-Lorde's express clinic model will offer rapid, same-day test results and immediate treatment through an in-house retail pharmacy, reducing the typical 72-hour turnaround to just one hour. The 20,000-square-foot facility in Hell's Kitchen will include check-in kiosks, self-swab stations, exam rooms, and on-site lab equipment capable of delivering rapid STI results for over 15 patients at a time per machine. This high-volume, tech-enabled model is designed for efficiency, confidentiality, and inclusivity—ensuring that those most impacted by HIV and STIs can access innovative, potentially life-saving care." "At SL Green, we believe that vibrant neighborhoods are built on strong institutions, and Callen-Lorde is exactly that," said Brett Herschenfeld, Senior Vice President at SL Green. "We are proud to support the expansion of their critical services in Hell's Kitchen, where this state-of-the-art facility will dramatically improve access to rapid testing and treatment for New Yorkers most at risk. This is the kind of community-centered innovation our city needs." In addition to this new healthcare partnership, Caesars Palace Times Square has also committed to new public safety resources, enhanced sanitation, and even a tree-planting program to bring hundreds of new trees to Midtown streets—all of which makes Hell's Kitchen cleaner, safer, and greener for all its residents. Caesars Palace Times Square is the only gaming proposal designed the New York way. The proposal would re-use an existing office building at 1515 Broadway, located in the heart of New York City's iconic entertainment district, and will be designed with a limited number of restaurants and hotel rooms to create excess demand for dozens of existing establishments in neighboring communities. The coalition supporting the bid now includes more than 200 organizations and businesses including local restaurants, hotels, residents, unions and Broadway stakeholders who stand to benefit from—rather than compete with—this exciting new project. About Caesars Palace Times Square New York City has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest in Times Square and New York City with significant commitments to public security, sanitation, and live performances as well as partnerships with neighboring theaters, restaurants, hotels, and landlords. Caesars Palace Times Square will revitalize and reenergize New York's economic engine and cultural capital. SL Green Realty, Caesars Entertainment, and Roc Nation are partnered on a bid to win one of three new gaming licenses and convert the existing office building at 1515 Broadway into a state with a world-class gaming and entertainment destination. About Callen-Lorde Callen-Lorde has been at the forefront of LGBTQ+ health for over 55 years, growing from two volunteer-run STD clinics into a nationally recognized network serving over 23,000 patients across New York City. It operates three full-service sites and is a licensed diagnostic and treatment center, a federally qualified health center, and a leader in gender-affirming care. The organization provides integrated services spanning primary care, behavioral health, sexual health, adolescent care, and pharmacy. It is New York State's leading provider of PrEP and the largest outpatient transgender health provider in the U.S. Callen-Lorde's legacy includes rapid response to public health crises, including Mpox in 2022. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: cpts@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Caesars Palace Times Square Announces $5 Million Commitment to Support Services and Build a New Callen-Lorde Center for Excellence in Sexual Health
As NYC STI rates reach a 30-year high, new health center would serve Hell's Kitchen community NEW YORK, June 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Caesars Palace Times Square, the bid from SL Green, Caesars Entertainment, and Roc Nation to bring a state-of-the-art gaming and entertainment destination to 1515 Broadway in Times Square, announced a $2 million commitment to support Callen-Lorde's existing services in Chelsea and a $3 million commitment to Callen-Lorde Community Health Center for a new Center for Excellence in Sexual Health. The center, located in Hell's Kitchen, will be designed to expand access to rapid, high-quality HIV and STI care. The commitment is contingent on the Caesars Palace Times Square bid successfully obtaining one of three downstate gaming licenses. New York City is experiencing a surge in sexually transmitted infections, with STI rates reaching 30-year highs. While expanded testing post-COVID explains part of this increase, it also underscores a persistent gap in access to timely diagnosis and treatment—particularly among LGBTQ+ New Yorkers and BIPOC communities. These populations continue to bear the disproportionate burden of both HIV and STIs, with Black and Latino men accounting for 81% of new HIV diagnoses in 2019 and transgender women of color comprising 90% of new diagnoses among transgender individuals between 2015 and 2019. "The team behind Caesars Palace Times Square has taken a real and genuine interest in the health and wellbeing of the Hell's Kitchen community," said Patrick McGovern, Chief Executive Officer of Callen-Lorde. "With this funding, Callen-Lorde's express clinic model will offer rapid, same-day test results and immediate treatment through an in-house retail pharmacy, reducing the typical 72-hour turnaround to just one hour. The 20,000-square-foot facility in Hell's Kitchen will include check-in kiosks, self-swab stations, exam rooms, and on-site lab equipment capable of delivering rapid STI results for over 15 patients at a time per machine. This high-volume, tech-enabled model is designed for efficiency, confidentiality, and inclusivity—ensuring that those most impacted by HIV and STIs can access innovative, potentially life-saving care." "At SL Green, we believe that vibrant neighborhoods are built on strong institutions, and Callen-Lorde is exactly that," said Brett Herschenfeld, Senior Vice President at SL Green. "We are proud to support the expansion of their critical services in Hell's Kitchen, where this state-of-the-art facility will dramatically improve access to rapid testing and treatment for New Yorkers most at risk. This is the kind of community-centered innovation our city needs." In addition to this new healthcare partnership, Caesars Palace Times Square has also committed to new public safety resources, enhanced sanitation, and even a tree-planting program to bring hundreds of new trees to Midtown streets—all of which makes Hell's Kitchen cleaner, safer, and greener for all its residents. Caesars Palace Times Square is the only gaming proposal designed the New York way. The proposal would re-use an existing office building at 1515 Broadway, located in the heart of New York City's iconic entertainment district, and will be designed with a limited number of restaurants and hotel rooms to create excess demand for dozens of existing establishments in neighboring communities. The coalition supporting the bid now includes more than 200 organizations and businesses including local restaurants, hotels, residents, unions and Broadway stakeholders who stand to benefit from—rather than compete with—this exciting new project. About Caesars Palace Times Square New York City has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest in Times Square and New York City with significant commitments to public security, sanitation, and live performances as well as partnerships with neighboring theaters, restaurants, hotels, and landlords. Caesars Palace Times Square will revitalize and reenergize New York's economic engine and cultural capital. SL Green Realty, Caesars Entertainment, and Roc Nation are partnered on a bid to win one of three new gaming licenses and convert the existing office building at 1515 Broadway into a state with a world-class gaming and entertainment destination. About Callen-Lorde Callen-Lorde has been at the forefront of LGBTQ+ health for over 55 years, growing from two volunteer-run STD clinics into a nationally recognized network serving over 23,000 patients across New York City. It operates three full-service sites and is a licensed diagnostic and treatment center, a federally qualified health center, and a leader in gender-affirming care. The organization provides integrated services spanning primary care, behavioral health, sexual health, adolescent care, and pharmacy. It is New York State's leading provider of PrEP and the largest outpatient transgender health provider in the U.S. Callen-Lorde's legacy includes rapid response to public health crises, including Mpox in 2022. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: cpts@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
