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Pittsburgh Task Force Won't Commit to Slot Funds

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania – As reported by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: "The Pittsburgh Gaming Task Force isn't ready to require a slot machine casino operator to put up money for a new arena or any other economic development project.

"Although possible uses for potential slots revenue from the Pittsburgh standalone casino were discussed at a task force meeting yesterday, no consensus emerged, co-chairman Ron Porter said.

"He said it is too early to recommend a specific use because of the many options being tossed around and debated.

"…Task force members, local politicians and others are expecting competitors for the Pittsburgh casino, which could have up to 5,000 slot machines, to pledge a portion of its revenues to the community in exchange for the state-issued operator's license.

"Both Mayor Tom Murphy, who appointed the task force and sits in on meetings, and Allegheny County Chief Executive Dan Onorato, who has a representative on the board, see revenue from the casino as the chief means of helping to finance a new arena.

"…The task force will take its recommendations to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, which will award the license for the Pittsburgh casino. Members of the state board have said they will take into account community desires and views in awarding the license…"

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