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David Waddell Gaming Guru - Page 7 2005 AGA Survey Shows Strong Support for Casinos Among Community Leaders11 May 2005
According to the latest study issued by the American Gaming Association, 79 percent of civic leaders and elected officials in gaming jurisdictions think casinos have had a positive impact on their communities. This information resulted from a poll conducted by the AGA in connection with its 2005 State of the States: The AGA Survey of Casino Entertainment. ... (read more)
New Development, The Engine That Drives The Gaming Industry27 April 2005
Sixteen years ago, in a fairly stagnant Las Vegas economy, Steve Wynn opened the Mirage, the first new major casino resort in Las Vegas in almost 20 years. At the time, many thought that Mr. Wynn had gone too far, that the market wouldn't support such a lavish facility. Not only did Mr. Wynn succeed, but his success lead to a fundamental shift in thinking among casino executives. ... (read more)
AGA Continues to Dispel Myths About Casino Gaming13 April 2005
Recently, the American Gaming Association ("AGA") released a report condensing and consolidating the key findings of the National Gambling Impact Study Commission ("NGISC") on the overall impact of casino gaming in America. The report, entitled, "Casino Gaming in America: Key Findings of the National ... (read more)
New Buffalo Casino One Step Closer to Reality30 March 2005
On Thursday March 24th, a federal district court dismissed a four year old case that has prevented the Pokagon Band of Pottowatami Indians from proceeding with the construction of a casino in New Buffalo, Michigan. The lawsuit brought on by the Taxpayers of Michigan Against Casinos ("TOMAC") had enjoined ... (read more)
Michigan Racing Commissioner Announces 2004 Horse of the Year Award Winners16 March 2005
This past Saturday, Michigan's leading 2004 state-bred horses were honored by the Office of Racing Commissioner ("ORC") during the Michigan Horse Council's International Stallion Expo.
Acting Racing Commissioner Christine C. White made the presentations at the Expo, which was held at the Michigan State University Agriculture Pavilion in East Lansing. ... (read more)
Michigan Casino Developments2 March 2005
These are interesting times on many fronts for the casino gaming industry in Michigan. In the past two weeks, it has become clear that there is a change in ownership for one of Detroit's casinos. There also has been an end to a several-year battle over the validity of four of the tribal compacts in this ... (read more)
Casino Windsor Announces Major Expansion16 February 2005
On Monday of this week, Casino Windsor announced a major expansion of its facilities along the Detroit River front. The casino will receive a major facelift and refurbishing and the Canadian government has announced that it will build a 100,000 square foot convention center, a 5,000 seat auditorium and a 23 story hotel tower with 400 additional rooms. ... (read more)
Casino Windsor Announces Major Expansion16 February 2005
On Monday of this week, Casino Windsor announced a major expansion of its facilities along the Detroit River front. The casino will receive a major facelift and refurbishing and the Canadian government has announced that it will build a 100,000 square foot convention center, a 5,000 seat auditorium and a 23 story hotel tower with 400 additional rooms. ... (read more)
The Key to Michigan's Future: Embracing Change2 February 2005
With all the talk in the past week about the Governor's proposed changes to the Single Business Tax, there has been a renewed focus on the State of Michigan's ability to attract new business. Tax changes are important and will create the proper economic climate to foster growth. However, tax changes alone will not solve the problem. ... (read more)
New Study on the Socioeconomic Impact of Indian Gaming19 January 2005
The passage of time provides the opportunity for reflection on the societal impact of certain changes in our culture. In the late 1980's, in a landmark legal decision between the Cabazon Band of Mission Indians and the State of California, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld tribal rights to operate gaming enterprises. ... (read more)
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