It's looking like Delta residents will be able to drop a few bucks in the penny slots close to home.
The proposal by Gateway Casinos and Entertainment Ltd. to build a $70-million casino/hotel complex at the Delta Town & Country site will be going to council for final approval on Monday.
The casino company plans to begin construction of the Delta Cascades Casino this fall. A grand opening would take place in later part 2020.
Described as a "modest sized" casino, the Delta gaming facility would start off with 500 slot machines as well as 24 gaming tables and up to six e-tables. After six months, a review would take place but any substantial change to the gaming equation would require city approval.
The complex would also have a 116-room hotel as well as restaurants and meeting spaces.
Local host governments receive a 10 per cent net share of the revenues that go to the province.
The BC Lottery Corporation estimates revenue coming to Delta would be at the top end of its initial annual $1.5 million to $3 million projection. Gateway CEO Tony Santo said the complex would be “family friendly” and not just about gambling.
Council gave the project tentative approval following a public hearing in May with only Jeannie Kanakos and Heather King in opposition.
Opponents through letters to the editor and social media have not let up, calling on the current council to delay final approval and let the new council make the decision after the municipal election. Some have even called for a referendum.
