July 13, 2000
Thursday, July 13, 2000
Contact: Robert Nelson (517/324-8219)
BOARDS SETS HEARING DATE FOR GREEKTOWN CASINO, LLC
The Michigan Gaming Control Board will continue its hearing on pending applications for Board approval of certain proposed transfers of ownership interests in Greektown Casino, LLC, during a Special Meeting to begin at 9:00 AM on Monday, August 7, 2000, at the Board's Detroit office in the Albert Kahn Building, Third Floor, 7430 Second Avenue (one block north of the Fisher Building) in Detroit.
If the pending transfer applications are approved by the Board, the Special Meeting will be followed by a Public Investigative Hearing for Greektown Casino, LLC. The hearing will begin at 1:30 PM at the same location.
Greektown Casino, LLC, is an applicant for one of three authorized casino licenses in Detroit. The purpose of the Public Investigative Hearing is for Board members to receive evidence from the applicant, Board staff, and the public regarding the suitability of Greektown Casino, LLC, to be granted a casino license.
The public will have reasonable opportunity during the hearing to give testimony and comment relevant to the eligibility, suitability and qualifications of Greektown Casino, LLC, to be granted a casino license under the licensing standards of the Michigan Gaming Control & Revenue Act, as amended, Public Act 69 of 1997; and Administrative Rules of the Board, MR 432.1101, et seq.
This facility is barrier-free, and is accessible to persons with special needs. Persons needing special accommodations or assistance to attend or address the Board at the Special Meeting or hearing are asked to contact Mr. Robert Nelson at 517/324-8219.
Signed,
Mr. Nelson Westrin
Executive Director
