Chicago City Council approves Bally’s $1.7 billion casino in River West
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Chicago City Council approves Bally’s $1.7 billion casino in River West. The vote followed a frenzied week of casino votes at City Hall. Mayor Lori Lightfoot thanks labor leaders for helping her deliver a Chicago casino after decades of "futility". . The Illinois Gaming Board must approve the deal. It was a schedule without precedent for a City council. it was on Monday, recessed, and then the Bly”s plan was muscled through.
Bally's casino in River West was approved by Chicago City Council. Council members are against the idea of a temporary gambling den. They are also against turning Medinah Temple into a permanent gambling center. The benefits of the casino outweigh the risks. The city has $1 billion in pension obligations to meet next year alone. Mayor's office is considering a property tax increase. Black Caucus Chair Jason Ervin is proud of Bally’s idea. He says it will give everyday Chicagoans a chance to get a piece of it. Ald. Walter Burnett (27th) is against it, too.
