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Iowa City Ready for Gaming Commission5 April 2005OTTUMWA, Iowa – As reported by the Ottumwa Courier: "Thursday could be the last, best chance to really drive home Ottumwa's bid for a casino license. "Members of the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission will trek across the state on this week, visiting each of the applicants in turn. Ottumwa is the last stop on their itinerary. "Commissioners are expected to arrive at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, coming off the road from Riverside. Those two locations are the only ones in southeast Iowa with applications pending. While officials played down any rivalry between the two applications, many believe it is unlikely that both will receive casinos. "John Pavone, hired to help steer the Ottumwa bid through the application process, said Ottumwa's position at the end of the trip could actually help. "…Pavone wants significant turnout from members of the public on Thursday. He said a show of public support will help, but said the city need not overwhelm the commissioners…" |