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Legislation aimed at Philadelphia slots

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania – As reported by the Philadelphia Inquirer: "City Councilman Frank DiCicco introduced a package of legislation yesterday aimed at thwarting construction of two riverfront slot-machine casinos.

"DiCicco's proposals range from an outright ban on gaming in the city to adopting building restrictions to prevent the proliferation of pawnshops and adult clubs around casinos.

"…The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board on Dec. 20 picked two Philadelphia sites for slots casinos: SugarHouse Casino, at Delaware and Frankford Avenues, and the Foxwoods Casino, at Columbus Boulevard and Reed Street. Both sites are in DiCicco's district.

"…Setting the stage for an effort to alter the state's decision, City Council yesterday unanimously approved DiCicco's proposal to hire legal counsel to appeal the gaming board's decision…"

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