Issue 346
April 30 - May 6, 2007
Volume 7
page 2
 


Pennsylvania's first electronic
table games arrive
Press Release


Philadelphia Park Casino, the first casino to open in the Philadelphia area, chalks up another first with the introduction of the state's first electronic table games.

The games feature a dealer on a high definition 42-inch plasma screen who deals out an electronic hand of cards in front of each player's seat. The players bet their hands against the dealer's. A major benefit of "Royal Match 21" is that the bets of the other players cannot influence another player's hand, nor diminish their chance of winning.

Dave Jonas, President and Chief Operating Officer of Philadelphia Park Casino, said, "The expeditious approval of electronic table games is an excellent example of the regulatory support and cooperation within our industry. It enables us to move steadily towards our goal of becoming a full service gaming and entertainment venue that will rival the best that Atlantic City or Las Vegas can offer."

Tomorrow morning, Philadelphia Park Casino will begin the installation of 11 blackjack games, each with five seats for "Royal Match 21," the most technologically advanced blackjack game in the industry. On Saturday, May 5th, the table games "pit" will have its grand opening for customers. The same day, the casino and racetrack will be broadcasting the Kentucky Derby and the screening the De La Hoya vs. Mayweather fight. There will also be live racing throughout the day at the racetrack.

Darlene Monzo, Vice President of Marketing for the casino, added, "These games bring a shared table experience and camaraderie to what is already the best and most exciting slot floor in the market. Eventually, we hope to add other electronic table games to the pit such as Roulette, Three Card Poker and Let it Ride, subject to the Gaming Board's approval."

Earlier this month, Philadelphia Park Casino filed an application with the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to increase its casino floor by approximately 12,000 square feet. This move was to accommodate an extra 326 slot machines, bringing the total number of machines to 2,402, in addition to providing more bar and lounge space to meet the enormous customer demand that has developed since the casino opened its doors, just four months ago.

 



Texas poll supports legalized casinos
As reported by The San Antonio Business Journal

TEXAS - "The Texas Legislature should approve a constitutional amendment that would allow legalized casino gambling in the state, according to the results of an online reader poll.

"State senators from Houston and Dallas are proposing a plan that, if ultimately approved by Texas voters, would dedicate revenue generated by state-regulated casino operations to financial aid programs for college students.

"One fear is that casino gaming, if located along San Antonio's River Walk, would hurt the existing businesses among the city's top tourist attraction.

"However, 67 percent of online voters supported legalized casino operations…"

Indiana casino platform legislation proposed
As reported by The Louisville Courier-Journal

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - "Lawmakers talked yesterday about allowing the state's casinos to get rid of their boats and essentially build on platforms over water -- if they're willing to pay a substantial fee.

"The proposal also would increase taxes on the most profitable casinos, including Caesars in Harrison County, even if they didn't choose to trade their boats for so-called barges.

"The provisions were part of language suggested by Rep. Trent Van Haaften, D-Mount Vernon, the author of House Bill 1835, which authorizes slot machines at Indiana's horse tracks.

"Van Haaften and a handful of other legislators are seeking a compromise between the HB 1835 versions passed by the House and Senate. Both authorized racetrack slots but disagreed about how many, how much to tax them and what fee to charge tracks for the right to install them.

"…The proposal from Van Haaften would set a fee of $25 million, plus $500 per square foot of additional space created by the barge casino. That would likely mean a $50 million fee, for example, if the Argosy Casino under construction in Lawrenceburg switched to a barge, Whetstone said.

"…The plan under discussion yesterday would impose a 40 percent tax on income higher than $200 million, whether or not the casino opted for barges…"

Monty Python's SPAMALOT

Wynn, Las Vegas, Nev.: Monty Python's SPAMALOT, starring John O'Hurley from Dancing with the Stars and Seinfeld fame is now playing in the Grail Theater at Wynn Las Vegas. The show is written by Eric Idle and is lovingly ripped off from the motion picture Monty Python and the Holy Grail. SPAMALOT features lyrics and a Grammy Award-winning score by Eric Idle and long-time Python collaborator John Du Prez. The show is directed by Oscar and Tony Award-winning legend Mike Nichols.

With SPAMALOT, Eric Idle has created a deliriously funny live spectacle which tells the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, and their quest for the Holy Grail. The show features lusty maidens, dancing divas, a killer rabbit and the only legless knight appearing on the Las Vegas Strip.

Dates: Six days a week, dark Thursdays
Time: Monday, Wednesday and Sunday, 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Ticket Prices: $49, $69, $89 and $99
Phone:
1-888-320-7110

For more information: Official Web site

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