Work gets underway on south suburban casino, with promise of jobs, millions in revenue
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Six months after the casino received initial approval from state gaming regulators, construction is getting underway. Most of the work is taking place below ground. The project will create about 600 construction jobs. It is expected to create 800 permanent jobs once finished. A 70,000-square-foot casino will feature 1,350 slot machines and 56 table games. The casino could be ready for customers by late summer or early fall of next year, with a 252-room hotel to follow in 2024. Poarch Band of Creek Indians decided not to build a temporary casino.
Wind Creek plans two parking garages and a surface lot in Homewood. East Hazel Crest hired an outside consultant to review the plans. Wind Creek, Eastazel Crest and Homwood agreed to contribute gambling revenue to the Southland Public Benefit Fund. The fund will provide scholarships for qualifying students at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills, Prairie State College and South Suburban College.
