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Aug2011

Video Lottery Terminals

August 24, 2011 / Lottery
The Ohio Lottery Commission has amended certain rules that were adopted last year relating to video lottery terminals (VLTs) at horse racing tracks. Changes made: Elimination of the requirement that only individuals 21 and older would be permitted in the ‘area of the slots.’ Other rules still in effect require you to ... Read More
August 24, 2011ogadmin

04

Aug2011

Columbus Takes First Step in Casino Annexation

August 4, 2011 / Casino
As expected, Penn National Gaming applied for annexation of its Columbus casino to the city. In its last meeting before a 30 day summer recess, City Council certified that the city is capable of providing water and sewer service to the casino site.  The Franklin County commissioners will next vote on ... Read More
August 4, 2011ogadmin

21

Jul2011

Columbus Casino Settlement Finalized

July 21, 2011 / Casino
Just yesterday the settlement agreement entered into by Penn National and the city of Columbus back in May appeared to be off. Federal Judge Gregory Frost had imposed a July 19 deadline to agree to the terms of the settlement. There were two roadblocks. The original casino site in the ... Read More
July 21, 2011ogadmin

11

Jul2011

Kasich Signs Racetrack Bill

July 11, 2011 / Lottery
Governor Kasich signed into law HB 277 which implements portions of an agreement reached with casino owners. This law will make it easier for horse racing tracks to relocate. Among the provisions of this new law: Establishes the process for racetrack owners to request relocation from the Ohio State Racing Commission. Under ... Read More
July 11, 2011ogadmin

27

Jun2011

House Clears Way for Relocation of Racetracks

June 27, 2011 / Lottery
The Ohio House has approved a fast-tracked bill that will permit relocation of horse racetracks that have video lottery terminals. A vote is expected in the Senate next week. The Ohio State Racing Commission still has the final say, but this legislation streamlines the process. Several congressmen had indicated that relocation requires ... Read More
June 27, 2011ogadmin

21

Jun2011

Penn National Agrees to Casino Deal

June 21, 2011 / Casino
Governor Kasich and Penn National agreed to a deal similar to that with Rock Ohio. Penn National will also pay the state an additional $110 million. In return, the state will assess the commercial activity tax on total wagers minus payouts. This agreement also opens the door for Penn National ... Read More
June 21, 2011ogadmin

16

Jun2011

Details of the Deal

June 16, 2011 / Lottery
Terms of the deal struck earlier this week between Governor Kasich and Rock Ohio Caesars were disclosed today. Rock Ohio, developers of the casinos in Cleveland and Cincinnati, have agreed to pay the state an additional $110 million over the next 10 years- $10 million for each of the first 5 ... Read More
June 16, 2011ogadmin

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Jun2011

Internet Sweepstakes Cafes

June 14, 2011 / Other Gaming
Medina has extended a temporary moratorium on internet sweepstakes cafes an additional six months. Set to expire in May, this means new establishments will now be prohibited until November. The basis for the extension was to wait until Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine submits his proposal for statewide regulation of ... Read More
June 14, 2011ogadmin

14

Jun2011

Casino Deal

June 14, 2011 / Casino
The Columbus City Council and the Franklin County Commissioners unanimously approved a settlement agreement with Penn National Gaming. The deal was struck two weeks ago as both parties were preparing to go to trial over water and sewer rights. The city agreed to set aside $15 million to help Penn ... Read More
June 14, 2011ogadmin

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May2011

Casino Deal

May 26, 2011 / Casino
The trial of Penn National’s claim against Columbus and Franklin County over water and sewer rights was to have begun last Monday. Both parties requested a delay. On Tuesday, an out-of-court settlement was reached. On the surface, things appear to be looking up for the Columbus casino. A closer inspection of ... Read More
May 26, 2011ogadmin
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