Riverside Earthpark ties fuel debate over casino funds
The Iowa casino foundation and Riverside Earthpark project face scrutiny over conflicts of interest as foundation board members and their relatives invest in the casino. Officials defend the setup as promoting regional development and deny improper influence while grant plans unfold for an $8 million local boost toward a $25 million Earthpark target.
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Board members described a tiered casino revenue share totaling 4.5 percent on the first 20 million 4.75 percent on the next 10 million and 5 percent thereafter. They aim to fund numerous county projects with casino money and estimate about 3 million dollars yearly. Keller highlighted broad potential for Washington County. Contact: Gregg Hennigan Gazette Communications 319 339 3175.
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How other casino foundations operate
Gregg Hennigar notes Isle of Capri Bettendorf partner status with the Scott County Regional Authority and lack of stock ownership rules. Don Hoth says Black Hawk County Gaming Association has no conflict policy yet. Waterloo casino investors possible. Dubuque Greyhound Park is city owned. stakeholders exist on the racing board. Iowa West Racing Association says no members do business with its two Council Bluffs casinos. policy centers on grant relationships.
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Don Hoth
Waterloo
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Jerry Mathiasen
Iowa West Racing Association
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