Historic horse racing gaming overlay districts
Summary
New state law finally lets the city regulate where historic horse racing casinos go; the ordinance creates four overlay districts and periodic license review, with a childcare-buffer fix coming at committee.
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Last discussed Jun 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city gains siting authority it lacked; existing operators keep operating with reapproval by end of 2027.
Two Wyoming Downs facilities near childcare centers face compliance issues under the current draft.
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Gaming center districts approved by city, facilitating development in special commercial areas
Gaming center districts approved by city, facilitating development in special commercial areas Cap City News
City Council Meeting - Jun 8, 2026
New state law finally lets the city regulate where historic horse racing casinos go; the ordinance creates four overlay districts and periodic license review, with a childcare-buffer fix coming at committee.
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