Chicago Casino Plans Hit Some Hurdles on Final Stretch
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Local residents have expressed concerns about the development proposals for a casino in Chicago.
There are three finalists for Chicago's first casino. The public has expressed concerns about the development. The development teams spent less than one-third of the time on answering questions from the public. Residents are worried about traffic disruption, crime and property values.
The finalists for the Chicago casino project will have to address the public feedback and fight their cases. It is unclear which of the proposals from Hard Rock International, Bally’s Corporation, and Rush Street Gaming is the favorite to receive the backing of Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot. The Chicago City Council has sometimes voted against the Mayor's initiatives and proposals.
Mayor Lightfoot is expected to make a decision on her preferred proposal in the next month or two. The temporary casino facility would be built while construction on the permanent property is underway. It would not be until late 2025 or early 2026 that the proposed permanent casinos could open.
