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Two Casinos Proposed for Upper Midwest Could Meet Common Fate

ST. PAUL, MN-Backers of a Minnesota casino say it would generate $100 million in revenues for state, while a Wisconsin casino would benefit an ailing dog track. But not everyone is focused on the upside.

By Jim McCartney | Updated on January 02, 2001

ST. PAUL, MN-Competing proposals for off-reservation casinos in the Upper Midwest are in the works. The fate of one could depend on the fate of the other.

In Minnesota, legislation for a new, privately managed casino that would be owned by the state is likely to attract a great deal of attention in the upcoming session of the state Legislature. Proponents say it could produce $100 million a year for tax relief, education, affordable housing, new sports stadiums or any other purpose lawmakers chose.

But opponents promise that it is a controversial, emotionally charged measure that would not likely achieve success, but would distract lawmakers from addressing more important issues, such as taxcuts and health care.

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