Council President Praises Casino Announcement

COLUMBUS CITY COUNCIL   For Immediate Release: January 19, 2010   For More Information: John Ivanic, (614) 645-6798 Web – Facebook – Twitter

 

 

 

 

COUNCIL PRESIDENT HAILS CASINO ANNOUNCEMENT

Mentel Praises Penn National’s New Proposal

 

COLUMBUS—After nearly two months of discussions, Penn National’s decision to work with neighborhood and area business leaders on an alternative casino location is being called a responsible compromise.

"I would like to commend Penn National for listening to our concerns and working with our community to consider more viable alternatives for the casino location," said Council President Michael C. Mentel.  "While our region overwhelmingly opposed Issue 3 last year, the fact remained that this was a statewide constitutional amendment that passed.”

 

“Penn’s decision to consider other sites, and ultimately choosing the former GM Delphi plant, showed their willingness to seek support from residents and business leaders who would welcome the economic redevelopment opportunities brought about by a casino in their area.  I will continue to encourage Penn National and other casino supporters to work with key members of the legislature such as State Senator Jim Hughes and State Representatives Ted Celeste and Cheryl Grossman on gaining bipartisan support for a new constitutional amendment.”

 

 

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