New Lawsuit Seeks to Block Slidell Casino Vote
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Opponents of a proposed $325 million casino in Slidell renewed their legal effort to block a St. Tammany Parish referendum on November 13. Los Angeles-based developer P2E wants to build a $ 325 million hotel and casino complex on about 50 acres of land at Interstate 10’s Exit 261 along Lake Pontchartrain. The company previously operated the now shuttered DiamondJacks Casino in Bossier City.
The lawsuit alleges that the Slidell casino measure violates the state's Constitution. It also claims that a riverboat casino cannot be located within one mile from playgrounds, churches, schools, and libraries. The lawsuit is set to be heard on October 7-8 in the 22nd Judicial District Judge John Keller’s court. P2E”s proposed gaming complex will feature a casino with slot machines and table games, a 250-room hotel, lakeside upgrades, an outdoor pool, event venue and multiple food and beverage outlets.
