"We believe there is a high probability that the Atlantic City marketplace could see more than one casino close its doors in the next two years, unless the full smoking ban is delayed or state relief is provided to these properties,"
Really?
Harrahs, Trump and Borgata all put huge new towers up and Revel is supposed to open in a couple years but we're going to see a casino close? If a casino closes it will be beacuse of pi$$ poor management, not a smoking ban in the casino.
Although the ban prohibits smoking on the gaming floor, casino customers would be able to light up in lounges that contain no slot machines or gaming tables. Most of the casinos plan to build indoor lounges, but Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa has said its customers will have to go outside to smoke in weather-protected enclosures.
IMO, The Borgata continues to set the trend as an upscale casino and entertainment establishment.
Pass the bill and move on!
Scott
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