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Split proposed for Pennsylvania casino money

PENNSYLVANIA – As reported by the Gettysburg Evening Sun: "Straban Township supervisors gave the go-ahead Monday night to a tentative split of expected Adams County casino revenues that could result in about $2.5 million going to each Straban and Gettysburg Borough.

"But at least one Adams County commissioner had reservations Monday about approving the deal before state gaming regulators decide whether to license a slots parlor in Straban.

"…The gaming board vote is scheduled to take place Dec. 20. The proposed Straban Township casino, Crossroads Gaming Resort and Spa, will only be built if the gaming board grants it a coveted license to operate a slots parlor there.

"Based on Crossroads' revenue projections, the county expects it will receive about $20 million. The deal approved by Straban gives 12.5 percent to Straban and Gettysburg and leaves the remaining 75 percent, $15 million, with the county.

"In order to be passed, two out of three commissioners would have to vote in favor of signing a letter of intent, and Adams County Commissioner Tom Weaver said he's not sure if the votes are there…"

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