Ozark Casino Inch, Missouri, Closer to Reality

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More than 320,000 Missouri voters signed a petition to light a casino in Lake Ozark. After failing to put casino questions on the ballot for the fourth time in a row, the matter could finally be opened to voters.

For context, the Missouri Constitution allows casinos to be built only near the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers. This means that people in the state should vote in favor of the constitutional amendment in order to expand the list of waterways that allow gaming.  

The signatures will now be verified by the state. For your information, the number of authenticated signatures needed to put this issue to a vote is about 173,000.

Once Lake Ozark Casino wins the support of Missouri voters, the state will have a new resort with hotels, casinos, spas, restaurants, shops, and convention centers. This is a significant difference from the traditional river boat model that is still in use by other casinos in the model.

Missouri legally defines casinos as "outland gambling boats," but has interpreted the term somewhat broadly, modifying the definition to include "floating facilities" in 2021. Casinos may be on the coast, as long as they are within 1,000 feet of Missouri or the Mississippi River and have at least 2,000 gallons of water inside or underground in rigid or semi-rigid containers, tanks, or structures.

This project will benefit the local economy  
Ozarks' Lake Casino question is being pushed by the Osage River Gaming & Convention (ORGC) investor group. The group, which previously turned to the polls after failing to put casino issues on the ballot, is optimistic about its momentum.

The organization pointed out that the project will generate significant profits for the local economy. For example, the project's tax revenue will provide a significant boost for local schools. On the other hand, the local revenue will fuel various public services, including improving infrastructure.  슬롯사이트 순위

In addition, supporters expect the Ozark Lake Casino to boost tourism. The facilities on the 20-acre site will offer a variety of entertainment for both game-playing and non-game visitors.

The new property will be operated by Bally's Corporation and will create between 700 and 800 permanent jobs.

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