RI green lights casino development contract - 2004-03-22 The Rock Island City Council forced the Casino Rock ahead forward Monday with overwhelming approval of a development deal, which includes a tax increment financing district.
Mayor Mark Schwiebert stated the city and casino had weathered an evolving gambling market over the years to arrive at this moment. “We think it will serve great good for the future of our community,” he commented. Read the full story at Quad City Times
Would the boat ever float here? - 2004-03-22 Webster County constituents will determine today if riverboat gambling should be legal in the county.
The polls will be accessible from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. A list of polling places appears at right.
But even if the constituents support gambling, there’s no promise a riverboat would come to Fort Dodge. The legislature and Gov. Tom Vilsack would initially have to remove a moratorium on new casino licenses. Read the full story at Messenger News
