Revenue is also down at the other three state-owned casinos the Kansas Crossing Casino in Pittsburg, the Boot Hill Casino in Dodge City and the Kansas Star Casino in Mulvane. And, what makes matters worse is that casino revenue had been increasing two to three percent a year, according to the Unified Government CFO Kathleen VonAchen.Ĭasino money only represents three percent of the total UG budget, but sales tax collection is also slightly down which means there is belt-tightening.Īfter the first of the year the UG 'may be looking at layoffs,' Taylor said. The casino closed in April and hours have been cut since it reopened. Last year during the same period the UG raked in about $1.3 million. The Kansas Constitution provides the answer to whether or not gambling is. However, business at the casino will have to pick up to meet that estimate.īetween March and July (the last report available), the UG share of revenue was about $663,000. Some forms of gambling are legal in Kansas, but most forms of gambling are illegal. The UG expects to collect 25% less this year or about $4.4 million.

Last year that put $5.7 million in the bank. Welcome to the comprehensive guide for Boot Hill Casino & Resort, located in the heart of Dodge City in salt-of-the-earth Kansas. The Unified Government receives three percent of gross revenue at the state-owned casino. Spread your wings at CrossWinds Casino, home to 30,000 square feet of FUN and EXCITEMENT. Caesars are already active in neighboring states to Kansas, with Missouri boasting a casino in Kansas City just over the border from the Sunflower state. 4000 W Comanche St, Dodge City, 67801, USA.

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