Although some people would like to see the casino that is proposed for Danville locate west of the David S. Palmer Arena…Mayor Rickey Williams Jr. says you can scratch that idea….
The City of Danville earlier launched an effort for development along the Vermilion Riverfront Area near the Arena. The city only has 120 days to choose a developer and a site, and a decision much be made during that time frame on whether there will be a temporary casino until the new casino opens.
Some people have also said having a casino here could help hire more Danville Police…but Mayor Williams has different thoughts….
Mayor Williams plans to make a presentation during Tuesday evening’s city council meeting regarding what lies ahead in efforts to bring the casino here. Mayor Williams added he thinks it will likely be 18 months to two years before a casino is open and ready for business.
