Bally's, Hard Rock and more: Chicago receives five proposals for first casino-resort
The City of Chicago has released a summary of five proposals it has received through its RFP (Request for Proposal) process to create the city's first casino-resort. Bally's proposal consists of a $1.8bn property in the Chicago Tribune Publishing Center with 500 rooms, six restaurants/cafes, a food hall, three bars and lounges and a 70,000 square feet venue with seating for 3,00 guests.
Bally's, Hard Rock and River 78 Gaming have submitted proposals for Chicago's first casino-resort. Erwin van Lambaart has been appointed the new General Director of Casinos Austria AG. He is currently CEO of Holland Casino and will move into his new Board position. He will be responsible for Slot Focus. The holder of the Chicago owner’s licence will have the opportunity to operate a temporary casino for up to 24 months and then a permanent casino located in the city.