Measure on the ballot in the 2020 Virginia General Election in Norfolk city.
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Get StartedA "YES" vote on the referendum is a vote in favor of permitting casino gaming within the city of Norfolk.
A "NO" vote on the referendum is a vote in opposition to permitting casino gaming within the city of Norfolk.
"...the City of Norfolk has already earmarked the proceeds of the nearly $10 million land sale for the casino to go directly toward the renovation of Booker T. Washington and Maury high schools.", in support of Local Referendum (Learn more)
"Per legislation that was passed in April 2020, the state’s portion of new gaming tax revenue will help fund public school construction and maintenance. Based on anticipated gaming revenues, the Norfolk Resort and Casino is expected to generate $43.79-$51.18 million annually for public school construction, renovations and upgrades across the state. On top of that, the casino will also generate $22.5-$26 million in tax revenue that goes directly to the City of Norfolk, which could also be used to directly address public education priorities locally.", in support of Local Referendum (Learn more)
"With over 2,480 permanent jobs expected following construction, there will be a variety of careers for you to choose from: concierge, executive chef, general manager, marketing professional, IT professional, housekeeper, valet, waiter, bartender, pit boss, blackjack dealer, security officer and many more! For those who can’t wait until the Resort and Casino is complete, there will also be 2,000 construction jobs when construction starts in early 2021.", in support of Local Referendum (Learn more)
"The Norfolk Resort and Casino is expected to generate 6.2 MILLION visits annually. This infusion of tourists from all over the country will have a tremendous impact on businesses all over the Hampton Roads region. Of those 6.2 million visitors, nearly a million of them are expected to be coming from out of state. Not only are these visitors great for generating local tax revenue, but they will also bring more sales revenue to surrounding restaurants, hotels and locally-owned small businesses.", in support of Local Referendum (Learn more)
"The projected median wage of $33,000 for casino employees would be below the median wage in the five localities. Not all casino jobs would represent a net gain of employment for the localities, and nearly half of the jobs would be low-skill and low-wage.", in opposition to Local Referendum (Learn more)
"Casino gambling would reduce the revenues in existing forms of gambling such as the Lottery that generates money for the schools.", in opposition to Local Referendum (Learn more)
"I am skeptical of introducing additional gambling opportunities in the Commonwealth. From what I have been able to learn, the modest revenues are not worth the risks involved.", in opposition to Local Referendum (Learn more)
"According to the study, the prevalence of problem gambling in Virginia has not been measured, but evidence from national studies and states with a broad array of gaming options suggests that an estimated 5 to 10 percent of adults may experience gambling problems. The introduction of casinos would make more people at risk of experiencing problems as gambling opportunities increase. The negative impacts of gambling are not limited to problem gamblers. The report indicates that research consistently shows adverse effects on others, most often a spouse or partner, but also the parents and children of problem gamblers, as well as other family members and close friends. The negative effects of problem gambling can be severe in a small portion of cases and include financial instability and mental health and relationship problems.", in opposition to Local Referendum (Learn more)
Shall casino gaming be permitted at a casino gaming establishment in the City of Norfolk as may be approved by the Virginia Lottery Board?
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