The authorities of Chicago have announced that they have compiled a short list of applicants for the development of the gambling industry in the city. The list includes the three largest corporations – Bally’s, Hard Rock and Rush Street. Each of them has an equal chance of obtaining a license to conduct gambling activities.
The decision to develop the gambling industry in Chicago was made 30 years ago. However, the authorities were in no hurry to amend the current legislation and issue permits to operators. Due to bureaucratic delays, the collection of applications from candidates for obtaining a gambling license began only in 2021.
Mayor Lightfoot commented on the current situation: “We have spent countless hours analyzing proposals from every company that has decided to open a casino in Chicago. We took into account many parameters. Therefore, the list of applicants has been constantly reduced. Now only Bally’s Tribune, Hard Rock Chicago and Rivers Street remain. They are best suited for the implementation of the gambling project planned by the city authorities.”
Also, Mayor Lightfoot noted: “Each proposal solves economic and labor problems. At the same time, cultural and entertainment areas will improve, the architecture of the city will change. Chicago will have buildings with world-class design.”
Each company will take part in the public meeting. On it, its representatives will answer questions from the administration and citizens. This will eventually allow choosing one company that will receive a license to conduct gambling business and start implementing the planned state project.
Public meetings will take place from April 5-7 between 6 and 8 pm. As promised, local channels will broadcast them so that all Chicago residents can evaluate the proposals of applicants and express their opinion on the city software website.
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