7.5.
CC Regular Session
- Meeting Date:
- 02/22/2011
- By:
- Jo Thieling, Administrative Services
Title:
Consider Support of Running Aces Harness Park Gaming Expansion
Background:
Staff received a request from North Metro Mayors Association (NMMA) for support of Running Aces Harness Park (RAHP) gaming expansion. At NMMA's broad meeting of February 9, Mr. Derus, RAHP Board member, requested that NMMA consider supporting RAHP's legislative effort to expand gaming options at its facility and Canterbury's facility. RAHP and Canterbury Park have joined together seeking legislation this session for that expansion.
NMMA sent a draft resolution to the 17 cities comprising the NMMA, asking them to present the language to each of the City's Councils to receive input on whether they support the RAHP's legislative effort to expand the gaming options. That resolution is attached for Council review and discussion. Staff is asking for Council's opinion/position and will report that back to the NMMA.
Observations:
The expansion of the gaming operation has no direct impact on the City of Ramsey and it is located outside of the City's primary market area. However, it is located in Anoka County and contributes to that portion of our tax base, and in addition, there is a potential positive economic impact ot the north metropolitan area with the operation and expansion of this facility.
Funding Source:
N/A
Council Action:
Motion to notify North Metro Mayors Association of the City of Ramsey's support/non-support for the Running Aces Harness Park gaming expansion.
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Kurt Ulrich | Kurt Ulrich | 02/17/2011 09:02 AM |
- Form Started By:
- Jo Thieling
- Started On:
- 02/15/2011 12:01 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 02/17/2011