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Aqueduct Gaming, a coalition of New York companies comprising Delaware North, Saratoga Gaming and Raceway and McKissack & McKissack, announced plans that include a hotel and restaurant, as well as family-friendly amenities such as Kids Quest, a supervised hourly daycare center and Cyber Quest, a children’s game arcade. The company has said it will work alongside the community.
Penn National Gaming, owner of Hollywood Casino, focuses on promoting “responsible gaming,” which includes employee training programs on recognizing and handling gambling and alcohol problems. Additional information about their plan was not available on their website.
Aqueduct Entertainment Group, made up of several partners that include the Navegante Group, was the first bidder to meet with the Queens Chamber of Commerce to discuss their designs, which include a 300-room hotel, 1,200-seat stadium buffet, 2,500-seat entertainment center and Aqueduct Racing Museum.
Wynn Resorts, founded by Steve Wynn, the mogul behind the Mirage and Bellagio in Las Vegas, has reportedly offered the state $75 million up front for the chance to refurbish Aqueduct. Wynn emphasizes the fact that it has a celebrated in-house design team, no partners and the financial strength needed to succeed in a weak economy.
Capital Play, with partners Mohegan Sun, Extell Development and Plainfield Asset Management, will focus on developing a younger, broader fan base for horse racing, as well as creating entertainment venues and a hotel. Capital Play has over 100 years of experience in Australian racing.
The state expects to announce a winner at the beginning of September.
